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Toshiba NB 100 Laptop User Manual

1. DC IN jack Connecting the adaptor to the computer 3 Plug the power cord into a live wall outlet the Battery indicator on the front of the computer should glow User s Manual 3 3 NB 100 Series Opening the display The display panel can be rotated in a wide range of angles for optimal viewing To open the display lift the panel up and adjust it to the best viewing angle When you open the display be sure to hold the base firmly and lift up the monitor slowly Opening the display panel e E Be careful not to open the display panel too far as this could put stress T on the display panel s hinges and cause damage E Do not press or push on the display panel E Do not lift the computer by the display panel E Do not close the display panel with pens or any other objects left in between the display panel and the keyboard E When opening or closing the display panel place one hand on the palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other hand to slowly open or close the display panel Do not use excessive force when opening or closing the display panel 3 4 User s Manual Getting Started Turning on the power This section describes how to turn on the power After you turn on the power for the first time do not turn it off until you have set up the operating system OS and the OS has started up 1 Open the display panel 2 Press and hold the computer s power button for two or three
2. Operating Basics Capture still images Effects Cay be 320x240 p 4 x Capture Still Image Video Recording Audio Recording Function About Player Effects Properties Settings Help Video recording See f 6 Web Camera Audio recording O H Y Function Display window _ Camera resolution Mute Using the Software Click to see a preview of the captured image you can also e mail the image Click to prepare for recording Click again to start recording One more to stop recording and see preview of the video Click to start recording Click again to stop and listen to a preview of the audio Accesses additional functions About Player Effects Properties Settings and Help Displays software manufacturer details Plays video files Chooses images to be displayed on the capture screen Chooses from the Options tab to flip zoom flicker rate night mode and backlight compensation in the Image tab change the colour settings in the profile tab change the lighting conditions Chooses from the Options tab to change the tool position the Picture tab to select picture output options such as size export file and saving location the Video tab to choose output settings such as Frame Rate Size Compression and the file save path the Audio Device Compression Volume and file save path Displays the help files for the software User
3. The Properties for Synaptics touchpad on PS 2 port screen appears Double click Sensitivity in the Select an item section on the left side of the screen 7 PalmCheck and Touch Sensitivity are displayed Click Touch Sensitivity 8 Move the slide bar for Touch Sensitivity to make an adjustment Click the OK button 9 Click the OK button on the Device Setting tab If problems persist contact your dealer oy Or a This section applies only with Windows XP operating systems Problem On screen pointer does not respond to mouse operation Double clicking does not work The mouse pointer moves too fast or too slow Procedure The system might be busy If the pointer is shaped as an hourglass wait for it to resume its normal shape and try again to move it Make sure the mouse is properly connected to the USB port Try changing the double click sped setting in the mouse control utility 1 Open the Control Panel and Printers and Other Hardware select the Mouse icon andpress Enter 2 Click the Buttons tab 3 Set the double click speed as instructed and click OK Try changing the speed setting in the mouse control utility 1 Open the Control Panel and Printers and Other Hardware select the Mouse icon andpress Enter 2 Click the Pointer Options tab 3 Set the speed as instructed and click OK 9 8 User s Manual Troubleshooting Problem The mouse pointer moves erratically SD
4. User s Manual C 2 Wireless LAN E Ina Wireless LAN Access Point the Wireless LAN card will use the factory set default channel printed in bold unless the LAN Administrator selected a different channel when configuring the Wireless LAN Access Point device 1 Factory set default channels 2 Refer to the sheet Approved Countries Regions for use for the countries regions that in which these channels can be used User s Manual C 3 AC Power Cord and Connectors Appendix D AC Power Cord and Connectors The AC input plug of power cord must be compatible with various international AC power outlets Power cords need to meet the local standards and the specifications listed as below Length Minimum 1 7 meters Wire size Minimum 0 75 mm Current rating Minimum 2 5 amperes Voltage rating 125 or 250V AC depending on country region s power standards Certification agencies Europe Austria OVE Italy IMQ Belgium CEBEC The Netherlands KEMA Denmark DEMKO Norway NEMKO Finland FIMKO Sweden SEMKO France LCIE Switzerland SEV Germany VDE United Kingdom BSI Outside of Europe U S and Canada UL listed and CSA certified No 18 AWG Type SVT or SPT 2 China CCC CQC India STQC Australia AS In Europe two conductors power cords must be VDE type HOSVVH2 F or HO3VVH2 F while three conductors be VDE type HO5VV F For the United States and Canada two pin plug configuration must be 2
5. after you enter the password 2 Enter the password 3 Press Enter Power up modes The computer has the following power up modes E Boot Computer shuts down without saving data Always save your work before you turn the computer off in boot mode E Hibernation Data in memory is saved to the hard disk E Standby Data is maintained in the computer s main memory o Refer also to the sections Turning on the power and Turning off the power I in Chapter 3 Getting Started Hot keys You can use hot keys Fn F2 to enter hibernation mode See Chapter 5 The Keyboard for details Panel power on off You can set up your computer so that power turns off automatically when you close the display panel When you open the panel power turns on in standby or hibernation mode but not in boot mode a If the panel power off function is enabled and use Shut down Windows do Jl not close the display until the shut down function is completed System auto off This feature turns the system off automatically if it is not used for a set duration The system shuts down in standby mode or hibernation mode User s Manual 6 11 NB 100 Series 6 12 User s Manual BIOS Setup and Passwords Chapter 7 BIOS Setup and Passwords This chapter explains how to use BIOS to set up user and supervisor passwords Accessing BIOS Setup Menu To start the utility please press F2 to enter the BIOS Setup Menu when boot up the comp
6. your computer Underside Figure below shows the underside of the computer Make sure the display is closed before turning over your computer module cover Battery pack lock Battery release Latch Battery pack 2 4 User s Manual The Grand Tour Battery pack Battery release latch _ Battery pack lock Oe Memory module cover The underside of the computer The battery pack powers the computer when the AC adaptor is not connected The Batteries section in Chapter 6 Power and Power up Modes describes how to access the battery pack Additional battery packs can be purchased from your TOSHIBA dealer to extend the computer s battery operating time Slide this latch to release the battery pack This latch moves only when the computer is upside down Slide the battery pack lock to unlocked position to free the battery latch This cover protects one memory module socket One module is preinstalled User s Manual 2 5 NB 100 Series Front with the display open Figure below shows the front of the computer with the display open To open the display lift the display up and position the display at a comfortable viewing angle Wireless Lan Antenna Not shown Web camera led Web camera Wireless Lan Antenna Display screen Stereo speaker right Power button Touch pad control Touch pad System indicators Depending on the model you purchase
7. An industry standard that enables cableless infrared serial data transfer at speeds of up to 4 Mbps file A collection of related information a file can contain data programs or both firmware A set of instructions built into the hardware which controls and directs a microprocessor s activities floppy diskette A removable disk that stores magnetically encoded data floppy diskette drive FDD An electromechanical device that reads and writes to floppy diskettes Fn esse A TOSHIBA utility that lets you assign functions to hot keys folder An icon in Windows used to store documents or other folders format The process of readying a blank disk for its first use Formatting establishes the structure of the disk that the operating system expects before it writes files or programs onto the disk function keys The keys labeled F1 through F12 that tell the computer to perform certain functions G gigabyte GB A unit of data storage equal to 1024 megabytes See also megabyte graphics Drawings pictures or other images such as charts or graphs to present information H hard disk A non removable disk usually referred to as drive C The factory installs this disk and only a trained engineer can remove it for servicing Also called fixed disk hard disk drive HDD An electromechanical device that reads and writes a hard disk See also hard disk User s Manual Glossary 7 Glossary hardware The phy
8. E Memory circuits are exposed to static electricity or electrical noise Restarting the computer Certain conditions require that you reset the computer for example if E You change certain computer settings E An error occurs and the computer does not respond to your keyboard commands If you need to restart the computer there are three ways this can be achieved 1 Click Start then click Turn Off Compute From the Turn Off Computer menu select Restart 2 Press the power button and hold it down for five seconds Wait 10 to 15 seconds then turn on the power again by pressing the power but ton 3 8 User s Manual Getting Started System recovery options Restoring the preinstalled software from the Product Recovery disc i J You can use TOSHIBA Product Recovery Disc when you connect External ODD E When you reinstall the Windows operating system the hard disk will be reformatted and all data will be lost E Be sure to connect the AC adaptor otherwise you may run out of battery during the recovery process In case of damage loss or other reasons you can order a Product Recovery disc for your notebook in the TOSHIBA Europe Backup Media Online Shop by following the link below https backupmedia toshiba eu Please note this is not a free of charge service If preinstalled files are damaged use the Product Recovery disc to restore them To restore the operating system and all preinstalled software follow
9. ROM Acronyms are also defined in the Glossary Icons Icons identify ports dials and other parts of your computer The indicator panel also uses icons to identify the components it is providing information on Keys The keyboard keys are used in the text to describe many computer operations A distinctive typeface identifies the key top symbols as they appear on the keyboard For example Enter identifies the Enter key User s Manual NB 100 Series Key operation Some operations require you to simultaneously use two or more keys We identify such operations by the key top symbols separated by a plus sign For example Ctrl C means you must hold down Ctrl and at the same time press C If three keys are used hold down the first two and at the same time press the third ABC When procedures require an action such as clicking an icon or entering text the icon s name or the text you are to type in is represented in the typeface you see to the left Display ABC Names of windows or icons or text generated by the computer that appear on its display screen are presented in the typeface you see to the left Messages Messages are used in this manual to bring important information to your attention Each type of message is identified as shown below Pay attention A caution informs you that improper use of equipment or failure to follow instructions may cause data loss or damage your equipment Please read A
10. TOSHIBA support If you require any additional help using your computer or if you are having problems operating the computer you may need to contact TOSHIBA for additional technical assistance Before you call Some problems you experience may be related to software or the operating system so it is important that you investigate other sources of assistance first Before contacting TOSHIBA try the following E Review troubleshooting sections in the documentation supplied with your software and or peripheral devices E ifa problem occurs when you are running software applications consult the software documentation for troubleshooting suggestions and consider calling the software company s technical support department for assistance E Consult the dealer you purchased your computer and or software They are your best resource for current information and support Where to write If you are still unable to solve the problem and suspect that it is hardware related write to TOSHIBA at the location listed in the accompanying warranty booklet or visit htto Avww toshiba europe com on the Internet 9 12 User s Manual Disclaimers Chapter 10 Disclaimers This chapter slates the Disclaimer s information applicable to TOSHIBA computers In the text in this manual XX is used to show which Disclaimer s description is related to TOSHIBA computers Description s related to this computer are marked with a blue XX in this
11. the battery charge is above low battery trigger point Under any other conditions the indicator does not light If the battery becomes too hot while it is being charged the charge will stop and the battery indicator will go out When the battery s temperature falls to a normal range charge will resume This event occurs regardless of whether the power to the computer is on or off 6 2 User s Manual Power and Power up Modes Power indicator Check the Power indicator to determine the power status of the computer the following indicator conditions should be noted Green Indicates power is being supplied to the computer and the computer is turned on Blinking Green Indicates the power was turned off while the computer was in Standby mode No light Under any other conditions the indicator does not light Battery types The computer has two different types of battery E Battery 4 cell E Real Time Clock RTC battery Battery When the AC power cord is not connected the computer s main power source is a removable lithium ion battery pack also referred to in this manual as the battery You can purchase additional battery packs for extended use of the computer away from an AC power source IX The battery pack is a lithium ion battery which can explode if not properly replaced used handled or disposed of Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations Use only battery recommend
12. we recommend that you connect the AC adaptor to the computer when using the USB sleep and charge function E External devices connected to the USB bus power DC5V function that interfaces with the power ON OFF of the computer may always be in an operational state E When there is a current overflow of the external devices connected to the compatible ports USB bus power DC5V supply may be stopped for safety reasons User s Manual 7 3 BIOS Setup and Passwords Metal paper clips or hair pins clips will generate heat if they come into contact with USB ports Do not allow USB ports to come into contact with metal products for example when carrying the computer in your bag The default setting is Disabled Changing the setting to Enabled enables the use of this function There are two modes Mode1 and Mode2 in Enabled For normal use set the setting to Mode1 o If the function does not work with Mode1 setting change it to Mode2 J Some external devices may not be able to use this function in either mode When this happens change the setting to Disabled Enabled Mode 1 Enabled Mode 1 Enabled Mode 2 Enables USB Sleep and Charge function Disabled Disables USB Sleep and Charge function Default LAN Wake up on LAN This feature lets the computer s power be turned on when it receives a wake up signal from the LAN Enabled Enables the Wake up on LAN Default Disabled Disables the Wake up on LA
13. Bridge media card slot SD MS MS Pro Card The cards shape depend on the card you purchased Inserting the memory card J Remove the memory card from memory card slot when moving the J computer User s Manual 8 2 Optional Devices E Keep foreign objects out of the bridge media card slot A pin or similar object can damage the computer s circuitry E Make sure the SD MS MS Pro Card is oriented properly before you insert it E Memory Stick Duo PRO Duo and the Memory Stick adaptor are not compatible with the bridge media card slot Do not insert Memory Stick Duo PRO Duo into the slot Data may be lost or damaged if you use any card other than those supported E Two kinds of cards will not work at the same time Please insert only one card when using bridge media card slot E Do not format a memory card with Windows as it might result in that card not being able to be used with some peripheral devices E The card is designed so that it can be inserted only one way Do not try to force the card into the slot E For more details on using memory cards see manuals accompanying the cards If Windows fail to read the SD MS MS Pro Card remove it then reinsert it Removing a SD MS MS Pro Card To remove the memory card follow the steps below 1 In Windows XP open the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the sys tem tray and disable the inserted memory card 2 Directly pull out the memory card inside the socket to eject
14. Connect the AC adaptor and replace the battery Make sure it is securely seated Check the Battery indicator If it does not glow make the computer charge the battery for at least 20 minutes If the Battery indicator glows after 20 minutes make the battery continue to charge at least another 20 minutes before turning on the computer If the indicator still does not glow the battery may be at the end of its operating life Replace it If you do not think the battery is at the end of its operating life see your dealer Battery doesn t power If you frequently recharge a partially charged the computer as longas battery the battery might not charge to its full expected potential Fully discharge the battery then try to charge it again Check the power consumption settings in Power Management Consider using a power saving mode Password Problem Procedure Cannot enter password Refer to the Password section in Chapter 7 BIOS Setup and Passwords User s Manual 9 5 NB 100 Series Keyboard Keyboard problems can be caused by your setup configuration For more information refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard and Chapter 7 BIOS Setup and Passwords Problem Procedure Some letter keys Check that the numeric keypad overlay is not produce numbers selected Press Fn F11 and try typing again Output to screen is Make sure the software you are using is not garbled remapping the keyboard Remapping involves reassigning th
15. Keyboards for numerous languages are available There are five types of keys typewriter keys function keys soft keys and keypad overlay Typewriter keys The typewriter keys produce the uppercase and lowercase letters numbers punctuation marks and special symbols that appear on the screen There are some differences however between using a typewriter and using a computer keyboard E Letters and numbers produced in computer text vary in width Spaces which are created by a space character may also vary depending on line justification and other factors E The lowercase el and the number 1 one are not interchangeable on computers as they are on a typewriter E The uppercase O oh and the 0 zero are not interchangeable E The Caps Lock function key locks only the alphabetic characters in uppercase while the shift lock on a typewriter places all keys in the shifted position E The Shift keys the Tab key and the Back Space key perform the same function as their typewriter counterparts but also have special computer functions User s Manual 5 1 The Keyboard Function keys F1 F12 The function keys not to be confused with Fn are the 12 keys at the top of your keyboard These keys are dark gray but function differently from the other dark gray keys LA K Pe Ae al EA a Pale a EEEE ae F1 through F12 are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed Used
16. MS MS Pro Card Refer also to Chapter 8 Problem Memory card error occurs You cannot write to the memory card You cannot read a file SIM card Refer also to Chapter 8 Problem SIM card error occurs External Monitor Refer also to Chapter 8 documentation Problem Monitor does not turn on No display Procedure The mouse might be dirty Refer to your mouse documentations for instructions on cleaning If problems persist contact your dealer Optional Devices Procedure Reseat the memory card to make sure it is firmly connected Check the card s documentation Make sure the card is not write protected Make sure the target file is on the memory card inserted in the slot If problems persist contact your dealer Optional Devices Procedure Remove the SIM card from the computer make sure to confirm that the card oriented correctly and reinsert it in order to ensure it is firmly connected Check the card s documentation If problems persist contact your dealer Optional Devices and to your monitor s Procedure Make sure that the external monitor s power switch is on Confirm that the external monitor s power cable is plugged into a working power outlet Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor Press hot keys Fn F3 to change the display priority and make sure it is not set for the internal display User s Manual
17. Mode or shutdown state This function can be used for ports that support the USB Sleep and Charge function hereinafter called compatible ports Compatible ports are USB ports that have the 4 symbol icon You can use the USB Sleep and Charge function to charge certain USBcompatible external devices such as mobile phones or portable digital music players However the USB Sleep and Charge function may not work with certain external devices even if they are compliant with the USB specification In those cases turn the power of the computer ON to charge the device E When USB Sleep and Charge function is set to Enabled USB bus power DC5V will be supplied to compatible ports even when the power of the computer is turned OFF USB bus power DC5V is similarly supplied to the external devices which are connected to the compatible ports However some external devices cannot be charged solely by supplying USB bus power DC5V As for the specifications of the external devices please contact the device manufacturer or check the specifications of the external devices thoroughly before use E Using the USB sleep and charge function to charge external devices will take longer than charging the devices with their own chargers E f external devices are connected to compatible ports when the AC adaptor is not connected to the computer the battery of the computer will be depleted even when the power of the computer is turned OFF As such
18. The electrical connection through which the computer sends and receives data to and from devices or other computers Power Saver Utility A TOSHIBA utility that lets you set the parameters for various power saving functions printed circuit board PCB A hardware component of a processor to which integrated circuits and other components are attached The board itself is typically flat and rectangular and constructed of fiberglass to form the attachment surface program A set of instructions a computer can execute that enables it to achieve a desired result See also application prompt A message the computer provides indicating it is ready for or requires information or an action from you R Radio frequency interference RFI shield A metal shield enclosing the printed circuit boards of the printer or computer to prevent radio and TV interference All computer equipment generates radio frequency signals The FCC regulates the amount of signals a computing device can allow past its shielding A Class A device is sufficient for office use Class B provides a more stringent classification for home equipment use TOSHIBA portable computers comply with Class B computing device regulations Random Access Memory RAM High speed memory within the computer circuitry that can be read or written to restart Resetting a computer without turning it off also called warm boot or soft reset See also boot RGB Red green and blue
19. This software can be used on a model with CD RW DVD ROM drive and DVD Super Multi drive You can boot TOSHIBA Disc Creator from the menu bar as follows Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt CD amp DVD Applications gt Disc Creator This software enables communication between remote Bluetooth devices Bluetooth cannot be used in models that do not have a Bluetooth module installed User s Manual 1 7 NB 100 Series Options e You can add a number of options to make your computer even more powerful and convenient to use The following options are available Memory PC2 5300 PC2 6400 512 MB or 1 GB memory module can be installed in the memory slot of all models Mobile Intel 945GSE Express Chipset model Maximum system memory size and speed depend on the model you purchased The actual amount of useable system memory will be less than the installed memory modules PC2 5300 PC2 6400 memory modules work as PC2 4200 speed on 945GSE Express chipset Battery Pack Universal AC adaptor USB FDD Kit Security lock An additional battery pack 4 cell Type can be purchased from your TOSHIBA dealer The battery pack is identical to the one that came with your computer Use it as a spare or replacement If you use your computer at more than one site it may be convenient to purchase an additional AC adaptor for each site so you will not have to carry the adaptor with you The USB floppy disk driv
20. a 3D application or video J playback and so on you may use some disturbance flickering or frame dropping on your screen If that occurs adjust the resolution of display lowering it until the screen is displayed properly You could also disable Windows Aero to help correct this situation User s Manual B 1 Wireless LAN Appendix C Wireless LAN This appendix is intended to help you get your Wireless LAN network up and running with a minimum of parameters Card specifications Form Factor BH Mini Card Compatibility E IEEE 802 11 Standard for Wireless LANs E Wi Fi Wireless Fidelity certified by the Wi Fi Alliance The Wi Fi CERTIFIED logo is a certification mark of the Wi Fi Alliance Media Access CSMA CA Collision Avoidance with Protocol Acknowledgment ACK Data Rate E 54 48 36 24 18 9 6 Mb s Revision G E 11 5 5 2 1 Mb s Revision B Radio characteristics Radio characteristics of Wireless LAN cards may vary according to E Country region where the product was purchased E Type of product Wireless communication is often subject to local radio regulations Although Wireless LAN wireless networking products have been designed for operation in the license free 2 4 GHz local radio regulations may impose a number of limitations to the use of wireless communication equipment Refer to the sheet Information to the User for regulatory information that may apply in your country region R F Freque
21. battery pack reaches the end of its operating life you will need to install a new one If the Battery indicator flashes green shortly after fully recharging the battery the battery pack needs to be replaced You might also replace a discharged battery pack with a charged spare when you are operating your computer away from an AC power source This section explains how to remove and install battery packs 6 8 User s Manual Power and Power up Modes Removing the battery pack To remove a discharged battery follow the steps as detailed below E When handling battery pack be careful not to short circuit the terminals Also do not drop hit or otherwise apply impact do not scratch or break the casing and do not twist or bend the battery pack E Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in Standby mode Data is stored in RAM so if the computer loses power it will be lose E n hibernation mode data will be lose if you remove the battery or disconnect the AC adaptor before the save is completed Wait for the Disk indicator optical disc drive indicator and external device indicator to go out Save your work Turn the computer s power off Make sure the Power indicator is off Remove all cables connected to the computer Turn the computer upside down with the back of the computer facing you 5 Slide the battery pack locking latch toward the unlock position PON gt Battery Pack Lock Slide the lock
22. communication 4 7 K Keyboard 1 3 5 1 emulating keys on enhanced 5 2 function keys 5 2 hot keys 5 3 problems 9 6 typewriter keys 5 1 Windows special keys 5 5 Keypad overlay 1 6 5 5 numeric mode 5 6 temporarily changing modes 5 7 temporarily using normal keyboard overlay on 5 6 temporarily using overlay overlay off 5 7 turning on the overlays 5 5 L LAN 1 5 4 8 cable types 4 8 connecting 4 8 disconnecting 4 9 Lock security See Security lock User s Manual Index 2 Index Main battery See Battery pack Memory 1 2 expansion 8 4 installing module 8 4 removing module 8 6 Microphone 1 4 problems 9 10 using 4 6 Microprocessor See Processor Moving the computer 4 9 Multiple digital media card slot using 8 1 Mute 5 4 N Numeric keypad See Keypad overlay O Optional 8 1 Optional Devices 8 1 P Password power on 1 6 problems 9 5 Pointing device touchpad 4 1 Ports external monitor 1 4 2 4 headphone See Sound system LAN 2 4 USB 1 4 2 2 2 3 Power 1 3 button location 2 6 conditions 6 1 hibernation mode 3 6 indicator 2 8 6 3 panel on off 1 6 Shut Down mode Boot Mode 3 5 turning off 3 5 turning on 3 5 Problems AC power 9 4 analyzing the problem 9 2 battery 9 4 Bluetooth 9 11 external monitor 9 9 hard disk drive 9 6 hardware and system checklist 9 3 keyboard 9 6 LAN 9 11 LCD panel 9 6 overheating power down 9 4
23. considerably when operating in battery power mode Wireless LAN 7 The transmission speed over the wireless LAN and the distance over which wireless LAN can reach may vary depending on surrounding electromagnetic environment obstacles access point design and configuration and client design and software hardware configurations The actual transmission speed will be lower than the theoretical maximum speed Non applicable icons s Certain notebook chassis are designed to accommodate all possible configurations for an entire product series Therefore please be aware that your selected model may not have all the features and specifications corresponding to all of the icons or switches shown on the notebook chassis unless you have selected all those features Copy protection Copy protection technology included in certain media may prevent or limit recording or viewing of the media USB Sleep and Charge The USB Sleep and Charge function may not work with certain external devices even if they are compliant with the USB specification In those cases turn the power of the computer ON to change the device User s Manual 10 3 Specifications Appendix A Specifications This appendix summarizes the computer s technical specifications Physical Dimensions Size With Battery 225 w x 190 5 d X 29 5 33 h millimeters not including parts that extend beyond the main body Without Battery 225 w x 178 d x 29 5
24. disk when the computer is turned off The next time the computer is turned on the previous state is restored The hibernation feature does not save the status of peripheral devices E While entering hibernation mode the computer saves the contents of memory to the HDD Data will be lost if you remove the battery or disconnect the AC adaptor before the save is completed Wait for the Disk indicator to go out E Do not install or remove a memory module while the computer is in hibernation mode Data will be lost Benefits of hibernation mode The hibernation feature provides the following benefits E Saves data to the hard disk when the computer automatically shuts down because of a low battery For the computer to shut down in hibernation mode the hibernation feature must be enabled in the Hibernate tab in Power Management and Setup Action tab in Power Management Otherwise the computer will shut down in Standby mode If battery power becomes depleted data saved in Standby mode will be lost E You can return to your previous working environment immediately when you turn on the computer E Saves power by shutting down the system when the computer receives no input or hardware access for the duration set by the system hibernation feature E You can use the panel power off feature 3 6 User s Manual Getting Started Starting hibernation mode To enter hibernation mode follow the steps below 1 Click Windows Start
25. equipment 1 1 problems 9 1 9 3 Cleaning the computer 4 9 D DC IN connecting 3 3 DC IN 19V 2 4 Disk indicator 2 8 Display 2 6 automatic power off 1 6 brightness down 5 4 brightness up 5 4 controller and modes B 1 opening 3 4 problems 9 6 9 9 resolution 5 3 E ExpressCard 1 4 External monitor 8 8 controller and modes B 1 port 1 4 problems 9 9 User s Manual Index 1 Index F Fn 5 3 Fn 1 Speaker Up 5 4 FN 2 TOSHIBA zooming utility enlarge 5 5 Fn Alt enhanced keyboard simulation 5 3 Fn Ctrl enhanced keyboard simulation 5 3 Fn Enter 5 3 Fn Esc Zoom 5 3 Fn F1 Wireless Bluetooth 3G 5 3 Fn F10 Brightness up 5 4 Fn F12 scroll lock 5 3 Fn F2 Hibernation 5 3 Fn F3 Output 5 4 Fn F6 Mute 5 4 Fn F8 Silent Mode 5 4 Fn F9 Brightness down 5 4 FN S TOSHIBA zooming utility reduce 5 5 FN SPACE zoom 5 3 Fn 2 Speaker down 5 4 Fn A TOSHIBA zooming utility enlarge 5 5 Fn S TOSHIBA zooming utility reduce 5 5 Function keys 5 2 H Hard disk drive 1 3 automatic power off 1 6 capacity 10 2 problems 9 6 Headphone problems 9 10 Hibernation 5 3 Hibernation mode 1 6 setting 3 6 Hot keys 1 5 brightness down 5 4 brightness up 5 4 Output 5 4 TOSHIBA zooming utility enlarge 5 5 TOSHIBA zooming utility reduce 5 5 Indicator battery 6 2 power 6 3 wireless
26. in combination with the Fn key keys marked with icons execute specific functions on the computer See the section Soft keys Fn key combinations in this chapter The function executed by individual keys depends on the software you are using Soft keys Fn key combinations The Fn function is unique to Toshiba computers and is used in combination with other keys to form soft keys Soft keys are key combinations that enable disable or configure specific features Some software may disable or interfere with soft key operations Soft key settings are not restored by the Resume feature Emulating keys on an enhanced keyboard The keyboard is designed to provide all the features of the 104 105 key enhanced keyboard shown in figure 5 1 The 104 105 key enhanced keyboard has a numeric keypad It also has additional Enter and Alt keys to the right of the main keyboard Since the keyboard is smaller and has fewer keys some of the enhanced keyboard functions must be simulated using two keys instead of one on the larger keyboard Your software may require you to use keys that the keyboard does not have Pressing the Fn key and one of the following keys simulates the enhanced keyboard s functions Press Fn F11 to access the computer s Pu F11 integrated keypad When activated the keys marked with dark gray figures will become numeric keypad Please refer to the Windows special keys section in this chapt
27. is located in the center of the keyboard with the relevant keys having dark gray letters at their front edge The overlay provides the same functions as the numeric keypad on a standard 104 105 key enhanced keyboard Turning on the overlays The numeric keypad overlay can be used for numeric data input User s Manual 5 5 The Keyboard Numeric mode To turn on the Numeric mode press Fn F11 The Numeric mode indicator lights Now try numeric data entry using the keys in figure 5 1 Press Fn F11 again to turn off the overlay eE e Me PTIT merrer aaa ih a a i lel Coan O The numeric keypad overlay Temporarily using normal keyboard overlay on While using the overlay you can temporarily access the normal keyboard functions without turning off the overlay 1 Hold Fn and press any other key All keys will operate as if the overlay were off 2 Type uppercase characters by holding Fn Shift and pressing a character key 3 Release Fn to continue using the overlay User s Manual 5 6 The Keyboard Temporarily using overlay overlay off While using the normal keyboard you can temporarily use the keypad overlay without turning it on 1 Press and hold down Fn 2 Check the keyboard indicators Pressing Fn turns on the most recently used overlay If the Numeric mode indicator lights you can use the
28. is the dominant video and broadcasting standard in Europe parity 1 The symmetrical relationship between two parameter values integers both of which are either on or off odd or even 0 or 1 2 In serial communications an error detection bit that is added to a group of data bits making the sum of the bits even or odd Parity can be set to none odd or even password A unique string of characters used to identify a specific user The computer provides various levels of password protection such as user and supervisor User s Manual Glossary 10 Glossary pel The smallest area of the display that can be addressed by software Equal in size to a pixel or group of pixels See pixel peripheral component interconnect An industry standard 32 bit bus peripheral device An I O device that is external to the central processor and or main memory such as a printer or a mouse P ritel P ritel is a 21 pin connecting cable port system that allows images and high quality stereo sound including Dolby Pro Logic sound formats to be sent from one audio visual device to another It is also known as a SCART connector or Euro connector pixel A picture element The smallest dot that can be made on a display or printer Also called a pel plug and play A capability with Windows that enables the system to automatically recognize connections of external devices and make the necessary configurations in the computer port
29. it 3 Grasp the card and remove it SD MS MS Pro Card Removing the inserted memory card User s Manual 8 3 Optional Devices IX E Make sure the bridge media card slot indicator is out before you remove the card or turn off the computer s power If you remove the card or turn off the power while the computer is accessing the card you may lose data or damage the card E Please do not remove the inserted memory card from the bridge media card slot while in standby or in hibernation state If you do PC may become unstable or the data in the memory card may be lost E Do not turn off or make computer in standby or hibernation mode during data is being transferred The computer could become unstable or data would be lost Memory expansion You can install additional memory in the computer s memory module to increase the amount of RAM Installing memory module To install a memory module make sure the computer is in boot mode then 1 Turn the computer off in boot mode Refer to the Turning off the power section in Chapter 3 E fyou use the computer for a long time the memory modules will become hot In this case let the memory modules cool to room temperature before you replace them E Do not try to install a memory module with the computer turned on or turned off in sleep and hibernation mode You can damage the computer and the memory module 2 Remove all cables connected to the computer 3 Tu
30. seconds POWER BUTTON Turning on the power Starting up for the first time When you first turn on the power the computer s initial screen is the Microsoft Windows XP Startup Screen Logo Follow the on screen directions Turning off the power The power can be turned off in one of three modes shut down hibernation mode or standby mode Shut down mode When you turn off the power in shut down mode no data is saved and the computer will boot to the operating system s main screen 1 If you have entered data save it to the hard disk or to a diskette 2 Make sure all disk disc activities are terminated then remove any diskette User s Manual 3 5 NB 100 Series E Make sure the Hard Disk Drive indicator is off If you turn off the power while a disk disc is being accessed you may lose data or damage the disk E Never turn off the power while an application is running Doing so could cause loss of data E Never turn off the power disconnect an external storage device or remove storage media during data read write Doing so can cause data loss 3 Click Start button then click Turn Off Computer From Turn Off Computer menu select Turn Off 4 Turn off the power to any peripheral devices Do not turn the computer or devices back on immediately Wait a moment to let all capacitors fully discharge Hibernation mode J J The hibernation feature saves the contents of memory to the hard
31. separate collection of batteries you will help to assure the proper disposal of products and batteries and thus help to prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health For more detailed information about the collection and recycling programmes available in your country please visit our website http eu computers toshiba europe com or contact your local city office or the shop where you purchased the product This symbol may not be displayed depending on the country and region where you purchased Disposing of the computer and the computer s batteries GOST E Discard this computer in accordance with applicable laws and regulations For further information contact your local government E This computer contains rechargeable batteries After repeated use the batteries will finally lose their ability to hold a charge and you will need to replace them Under certain applicable laws and regulation it may be illegal to dispose of old batteries by placing them in the trash E Please be kind to our shared environment Check with your local government authority for details regarding where to recycle old batteries or how to dispose of them properly IlopratTuBHuHt Komnunbwrep H3rotrosuHuteabs Toshiba Europe GmbH Aapec Hammfelddamm 8 41460 Neuss Germany CaenauosKutae eG User s Manual NB 100 Series ENERGY od ENERGY STAR STAR Program Your computer model may be ENERGY STA
32. the following features E Automatic Transmit Rate Select mechanism in the transmit range of 54 48 36 24 18 9 and 6 Mbit s Revision G E Automatic Transmit Rate Select mechanism in the transmit range of 11 5 5 2 and 1 Mbit s Revision B Frequency Channel Selection Revision B G 2 4GHz Roaming over multiple channels Card Power Management Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP data encryption based on the 128 bit encryption algorithm Atheros module type Security E Be sure to enable encryption function Otherwise your computer will allow the illegal access by outsider through wireless LAN to cause illegal instruction eavesdropping and loss or destruction of stored data TOSHIBA strongly recommends the customer to enable the encryption function 4 6 User s Manual Operating Basics E TOSHIBA is not liable for the eavesdropping of data due to the use of Wireless LAN and the damage thereof Bluetooth wireless technology Bluetooth wireless technology eliminates the need for cables between electronic devices such as desktop computers printers and mobile phones You cannot use the built in Bluetooth functions and an optional Bluetooth Adaptor simultaneously Bluetooth wireless technology has the following features Worldwide operation The Bluetooth radio transmitter and receiver operates in the 2 45 GHz band which is license free and compatible with radio systems in most countries in the world Rad
33. time clock SCSI small computer system interface S O serial input output TFT thin film transistor UART universal asynchronous receiver transmitter USB Universal Serial Bus VESA Video Electronic Standards Association VGA video graphics array VRT voltage reduction technology WXGA wide extended graphics array plus WUXGA wide ultra extended graphics array XGA extended graphics array A adaptor A device that provides an interface between two dissimilar electronic devices For example the AC adaptor modifies the power from a wall outlet for use by the computer This term also refers to the add in circuit cards that control external devices such as video monitors and magnetic tape devices allocate To assign a space or function for a specific task alphanumeric Keyboard characters including letters numbers and other symbols such as punctuation marks or mathematical symbols alternating current AC Electric current that reverses its direction of flow at regular intervals User s Manual Glossary 2 Glossary analog signal A signal whose characteristics such as amplitude and frequency vary in proportion to are an analog of the value to be transmitted Voice communications are analog signals ANSI American National Standards Institute An organization established to adopt and define standards for a variety of technical disciplines For example ANSI defined the ASCII standard and other information proc
34. 15P 250V or 1 15P 125V while three pin be 6 15P 250V or 5 15P 125V as designated in the U S National Electrical code handbook and the Canadian Electrical Code Part Il User s Manual D 1 NB 100 Series The following illustrations show the plug shapes for USA Australia Canada United Kingdom Europe and China USA United Kingdom UL approved BS approved Australia Europe AS approved Approved by the appropriate agency Canada China CSA approved CCC approved D 2 User s Manual If your computer is stolen Appendix E If your computer is stolen Always take care of your computer and try to prevent it from being stolen You are the owner of a valuable technical device which may be highly attractive to thieves so please do not leave it unattended in a public place To further help protect against theft security cables can be bought for use with your notebook when it is being used at home or in the office Make a note of your computer s machine type model number and serial number and put it in a safe place You will find this information on the underside of your notebook Please also keep the receipt of the computer you purchased Should your computer be stolen however we ll help you try to find it Before contacting TOSHIBA please prepare the following information which is necessary to uniquely identify your computer In which country was your computer stolen E What type of mach
35. 33 h millimeters not including parts that extend beyond the main body Environmental requirements Operating Non operating Ambient temperature 5 C to 35 C 20 C to 60 C Relative humidity 20 to 80 10 to 90 Altitude from sea level 0 to 3 000 meters 0 to10 000 meters Power requirements AC adaptor 100 240 volts AC 50 or 60 hertz cycles per second Computer 19V DC User s Manual A 1 Display Controller Appendix B Display Controller Display controller The display controller interprets software commands into hardware commands that turn particular pixels on or off The controller is an advanced Video Graphics Array VGA that provides Super VGA SVGA and Extended Graphics Array XGA support for the internal LCD and external monitors A high resolution external monitor connected to the computer can display up to 2048 horizontal and 1536 vertical pixels at up to 16M colors The display controller also controls the video mode which uses industry standard rules to govern the screen resolution and the maximum number of colors that can be displayed on screen Software written for a given video mode will run on any computer that supports the mode The computer s display controller supports all SVGA and XGA modes the most widely used industry standards x Some of display modes might not be supported depending on the external J monitor which you use d If you are running some application for example
36. 9 9 NB 100 Series Problem Display error occurs Sound system Problem No sound is heard USB Procedure Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is attached firmly If problems persist contact your dealer Procedure Check the software volume settings Make sure the headphone connection is secure Check Sound Preferences Make sure the sound function is enabled and that settings for I O address Interrupt level and DMA are correct for your software and do not conflict with other hardware devices that you may have connected to the computer If problems persist contact your dealer Refer also to your USB device s documentation Problem USB device does not work Standby Hibernation Problem The system will not enter standby hibernation Procedure Check for a firm cable connection between the USB ports on the computer and the USB device Make sure the USB device drivers are properly installed Refer to your Windows documentation for information on checking the drivers If you are using an operating system that does not support USB you can still use a USB mouse and or USB keyboard If these devices do not work make sure the USB KB Mouse Legacy Emulation item in BIOS Setup is set to Enabled If problems persist contact your dealer Procedure Is Audio Player open The system might not enter standby hibernation if Audio Player is either playing a selection or
37. A device that uses three input signals each activating an electron gun for a primary additive color red green and blue or port for using such a device See also CRT RJ11 A modular telephone jack RJ45 A modular LAN jack User s Manual Glossary 11 Glossary ROM Read Only Memory A nonvolatile memory chip manufactured to contain information that controls the computer s basic operation You cannot access or change information stored in ROM S S Video Short for Super Video a type of connection used by S VHS videocassette players camcorders DVD players etc to transmit high quality video signals SCSI Small Computer System Interface is an industry standard interface for connection of a variety of peripheral devices SD Card Secure Digital cards are flash memory widely used in a variety of digital devices such as digital cameras and Personal Digital Assistants SECAM L SECAM Sequential Color Memory is a broadcasting standard used in France serial communications A communications technique that uses as few as two interconnecting wires to send bits one after another serial interface Refer to a type of information exchange that transmits information sequentially one bit at a time SIO Serial Input Output The electronic methodology used in serial data transmission soft key Key combinations that emulate keys on the IBM keyboard change some configuration options stop program execution and access the
38. GB under the Display options of the BIOS Setup both the external monitor and the internal LCD will be active when you turn on the computer If Auto Selected is selected only the external monitor will be active To change the display settings press Fn F3 If you disconnect the monitor before you turn the computer off be sure to press Fn F3 to switch to the internal display Refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard for details on using hot keys to change the display setting If you set LCD Analog RGB for the computer s display you must set the computer s display resolution to the same as that of the external monitor or other device such as a projector User s Manual 8 8 Optional Devices Security lock A security lock enables you to anchor your computer to a desk or other heavy object to help prevent unauthorized removal of the computer Attach one end of a cable to the desk and the other end to the security lock slot on the right or left side of the computer Security lock Security lock User s Manual 8 9 Troubleshooting Chapter 9 Troubleshooting TOSHIBA designed the computer for durability However should problems occur following the procedures in this chapter can help to determine the cause All readers should become familiar with this chapter Knowing what might go wrong can help prevent problems from occurring Problem solving process Resolving problems will be much easier if you obser
39. N Do not install or remove an optional memory module while Wake up on LAN is enabled 7 Wake up on LAN does not work without the AC adaptor Leave it J connected if you are using this feature User s Manual 7 4 Optional Devices Chapter 8 Optional Devices Optional devices can expand the computer s capabilities and its versatility The following optional devices are available from your TOSHIBA dealer Cards Memory E SD MS MS Pro memory cards E Memory expansion E SIM card Power devices E Additional battery pack 4 cell E Additional AC adaptor Peripheral devices E USB FDD Kit E External monitor Other E Security lock Bridge media card slot The computer is equipped with a bridge media card slot that can accommodate Secure Digital SD Memory Stick MS Memory Stick Pro MS Pro memory cards These memory cards let you easily transfer data from devices such as digital cameras and Personal Digital Assistants that use SD MS MS Pro memory cards User s Manual 8 1 Optional Devices See below for the card capacities Card Type Capacities SD 8 MB 16 MB 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB 256 MB 512 MB 1 GB 2 GB MS 8 MB 16 MB 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB 256 MB MS Pro 256 MB 512 MB 1 GB 2 GB o The Logo of SD Memory card is Sx ii Installing a SD MS MS Pro Card To install the memory card follow the steps below 1 Insert the memory card 2 Press gently to ensure a firm connection
40. R compliant If the model you purchased is compliant it is labeled with the ENERGY STAR logo on the computer and the following information applies TOSHIBA is a partner in the ENERGY STAR Program and has designed this computer to meet the latest ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency Your computer ships with the power management options preset to a configuration that will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes To conserve energy your computer is set to enter the low power Suspend Mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of inactivity in AC power mode TOSHIBA recommends that you leave this and other energy saving features active so that your computer will operate at its maximum energy efficiency You can wake the computer from Suspend Mode by pressing the power button Products that earn the ENERGY STAR prevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the US EPA and the EU Commission According to the EPA a computer meeting the new ENERGY STAR specifications will use between 20 and 50 less energy depending on how it is used Visit http www eu energystar org or http www energystar gov for more information regarding the ENERGY STAR Program User s Manual NB 100 Series Table of Contents Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Introduction Equipment checklis
41. SIM CAN ene cites eee edad ead Meee ae ewe awe 8 7 Additional AC adaptor 0 0 0 cece eee 8 8 USB FDD WA tec cies tenna eee nae ade atl o s aaa toe ote ee oe rete ae tale Sn 8 8 External monitor 0 0 0 cece eee eee 8 8 Security lock 1 0 cee eee eee 8 9 Troubleshooting Problem solving process 2200 ee eee eee eee eee 9 1 Hardware and system checklist 00 2000ee sees 9 3 TOSHIBA SUpPPOMT 0 6 6 ieee eee ee ee ied eee ee ee ee eee 9 12 Disclaimers CPUS e a E Kg US Saeed ae Beene anaes 10 1 Memory main system 2 0 2000 eee eee eee 10 2 Battery life S asi couie n s eee es 10 2 HDD drive capacity 4 000 eee 10 2 LEOD D eaaa a a a ee ee kis ae hee eee cal eee aes 10 3 Graphics Processor Unit GPU 6 0 ccc eee eee ees 10 3 Wireless LAN oi icc dcc cee ede k edn eee eee eee 10 3 Non applicable icons 8 0 20200 eee eee eee 10 3 User s Manual vi NB 100 Series Appendix A Appendix B Appendix C Appendix D Appendix E COPY protection es senis naumia E su fa ETE 10 3 USB Sleep and Charge 0c cece eee eee eee 10 3 Specifications Display Controller Wireless LAN AC Power Cord and Connectors If your computer is stolen Glossary Index User s Manual vii NB 100 Series Preface Congratulations on your purchase of the TOSHIBA NB 100 Series computer This powerful lightweight notebook computer is designed to provi
42. Start gt Control Panel gt Performance and Maintenance gt System gt Hardware gt Device Manager gt Network adaptors and right click the wireless device then choose Enable The computer has built in support for Ethernet LAN 10 megabits per second 10BASE T and Fast Ethernet LAN 100 megabits per second 100BASE TX This section describes how to connect disconnect to a LAN Do not install or remove an optional memory module while Wake up on LAN is enabled T The Wake up on LAN function consumes power even when the system is J off Leave the AC adaptor connected while using this feature Connecting LAN cable AAN The computer must be configured properly before connecting to a LAN Logging onto a LAN using the computer s default settings could cause a malfunction in LAN operation Check with your LAN administrator regarding set up procedures If you are using Fast Ethernet LAN 100 Mbit s 1OOBASE TX be sure to connect with a category 5 cable CATS or higher If you are using Ethernet LAN 10 Mbit s 1OBASE T connect with a category 3 cable CATS or higher To connect the LAN cable follow the steps below 1 Plug one end of the cable into the LAN jack Press gently until you hear the latch click into place LAN jack Connecting the LAN cable 4 8 User s Manual Operating Basics 2 Plug the other end of the cable into a LAN hub connector Check with your LAN administrator before connecting to
43. User s Manual NB 100 Series TOSHIBA computers toshiba europe com Lead i ng Inn ovation gt gt NB 100 Series Copyright 2008 by TOSHIBA Corporation All rights reserved Under the copyright laws this manual cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of TOSHIBA No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein TOSHIBA NB 100 Series Portable Personal Computer User s Manual First edition August 2008 Copyright authority for music movies computer programs data bases and other intellectual property covered by copyright laws belongs to the author or to the copyright owner Copyrighted material can be reproduced only for personal use or use within the home Any other use beyond that stipulated above including conversion to digital format alteration transfer of copied material and distribution on a network without the permission of the copyright owner is a violation of copyright or author s rights and is subject to civil damages or criminal action Please comply with copyright laws in making any reproduction from this manual Disclaimer This manual has been validated and reviewed for accuracy The instructions and descriptions it contains are accurate for the TOSHIBA NB 100 Series Portable Personal Computer at the time of this manual s production However succeeding computers and manuals are subject to change without notice TOSHIBA assumes no liab
44. VD R DVD R DL DVD RW DVD R DVD R DL or DVD RW disc be sure to use the same type of disc You cannot partially delete any data written to a CD RW DVD RW DVD RW disc Data verification To verify that data has been written or rewritten correctly to a data CD DVD you should follow the steps below before you begin the write rewrite process 1 Display the setting dialog box by one of the following two steps E Click the setting button s for writing on the main toolbar in the Data Disc mode E Select Setting for Each Mode Data Disc in the Setting menu 2 Mark the Verify written data check box Select File Open or Full Compare mode 4 Click the OK button 5 How to learn more about TOSHIBA Disc Creator E Please refer to the Help files for additional TOSHIBA Disc Creator information User s Manual 4 3 NB 100 Series Using the web camera Built in web camera is provided with some models The section in the Online manual describes the bundled webcam utility which can capture still and video images The web camera will auto run when Windows starts rN Please unstick the protective plastic film before using the Web Camera Active LED Web camera lens Web Camera Using the software The web camera software is pre configured to start when you turn on Windows XP if you need to restart it go to Start gt All Programs gt Camera Assistant Software gt Camera Assistant Software 4 4 User s Manual
45. a hub Disconnecting LAN cable To disconnect the LAN cable follow the steps below 1 Pinch the lever on the connector in the computer s LAN jack and pull out the connector 2 Disconnect the cable from the LAN hub in the same manner Check with your LAN administrator before disconnecting from the hub Cleaning the computer To help ensure long trouble free operation keep the computer free of dust and use care with liquids around the computer E Be careful not to spill liquids into the computer If the computer does get wet turn the power off immediately and let the computer dry completely before you turn it on again E Clean the computer using a slightly damp with water cloth You can use glass cleaner on the display Spray a small amount of cleaner on a soft clean cloth and wipe the screen gently with the cloth Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer or let liquid run into any part of it Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to clean the computer Moving the computer The computer is designed for rugged durability However a few simple precautions taken when moving the computer will help ensure trouble free operation E Make sure all disk activities are terminated before moving the computer Check if the Disk indicator and external device indicator are off E Turn off the power to the computer Disconnect the AC adaptor and all peripherals before moving the computer Close the display Do not p
46. ables for loose wires and all connectors for loose pins Check that your diskette is correctly inserted and that the diskette s write protect tab is correctly set Make notes of your observations and keep them in a permanent error log This will help you describe your problems to your dealer If a problem recurs the log will help you identify the problem faster Analyzing the problem Sometimes the system gives clues that can help you identify why it is malfunctioning Keep the following questions in mind Which part of the system is not operating properly keyboard diskette drives hard disk drive printer display Each device produces different symptoms Is the operating system configuration set properly Check the configuration options What appears on the display screen Does it display any messages or random characters Print a copy of the screen if you have a printer attached Look up the messages in the software and operating system documentation Check that all connecting cables are correctly and firmly attached Loose cables can cause erroneous or intermittent signals Do any icons light Which ones What color are they Do they stay on or blink Write down what you see Record your observations so you can describe them to your dealer Software The problems may be caused by your software or diskette If you cannot load a software package the media usually a diskette may be damaged or the program might be corrupt
47. ate naming is included for reference Abbreviations AC alternating current AGP accelerated graphics port ANSI American National Standards Institute APM advanced power manager ASCII American Standard Code for Information Interchange BIOS basic input output system CD ROM Compact Disc Read Only Memory CD RW Compact Disc ReWritable CMOS complementary metal oxide semiconductor CPU central processing unit CRT cathode ray tube DC direct current DDC display data channel DMA direct memory access DOS disk operating system DVD digital versatile disc DVD R Digital Versatile Disc Recordable DVD RAM Digital Versatile Disc Random Access Memory DVD R DL Digital Versatile Disc Recordable Dual Layer DVD ROM Digital Versatile Disc Read Only Memory DVD RW Digital Versatile Disc ReWritable DVD R DL Digital Versatile Disc Recordable Double Layer ECP extended capabilities port FDD floppy diskette drive FIR fast infrared HDD hard disk drive User s Manual Glossary 1 Glossary IDE integrated drive electronics I O input output IrDA Infrared Data Association IRQ interrupt request KB kilobyte LCD liquid crystal display LED light emitting diode LSI large scale integration MB megabyte OCR optical character recognition reader PCB printed circuit board PCI peripheral component interconnect RAM random access memory RGB red green and blue ROM read only memory RTC real
48. button 2 Select Turn Off Computer 3 Open the Turn Off Computer dialog box 4 Select Hibernate You can also enable hibernation mode by pressing Fn F2 please refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard for further details Data save in hibernation mode When you turn off the power in hibernation mode the computer takes a moment to save current memory data to the hard disk During this time the Disk indicator will light After you turn off the computer and memory is saved to the hard disk turn off the power to any peripheral devices Do not turn the computer or devices back on immediately Wait a moment to let all capacitors fully discharge Standby mode In standby mode the power remains on but the CPU and all other devices are in standby mode Turning Off your computer where electronic devices are regulated or controlled When you have to turn off your computer aboard an aircraft or in places where electronic devices are regulated or controlled always shut down the computer completely or put the computer into hibernation mode instead of allowing it to go into standby mode and turn off any wireless communication switches or devices while in standby mode the computer operating system may reactivate itself to run pre programmed tasks or to preserve unsaved data and might interfere with aviation or other systems possibly causing serious injury AN W Before entering standby mode be sure to save your data E Do n
49. bytes KB where one KB 1024 bytes and megabytes MB where one MB 1024 KB card Synonym for board See board CardBus An industry standard bus for 32 bit PC Cards CD ROM A Compact Disc Read Only Memory is a high capacity disc that can be read from but not written to The CD ROM drive uses a laser rather than magnetic heads to read data from the disc CD R A Compact Disc Recordable disc can be written once and read many times See also CD ROM CD RW A Compact Disc ReWritable disc can be rewritten many times See also CD ROM character Any letter number punctuation mark or symbol used by the computer Also synonymous with byte chassis The frame containing the computer chip A small semiconductor containing computer logic and circuitry for processing memory input output functions and controlling other chips CMOS Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor An electronic circuit fabricated on a silicon wafer that requires very little power Integrated circuits implemented in CMOS technology can be tightly packaged and are highly reliable cold start Starting a computer that is currently off turning on the power COM1 COM2 COM3 and COM4 The names assigned to the serial and communication ports commands Instructions you enter at the terminal keyboard that direct the actions of the computer or its peripheral devices communications The means by which a computer transmits and receives data to and from another comp
50. cluded in your model clicking Start gt Control Panel gt Performance and Maintenance gt System and check the CPU information CPU 1 For more information regarding CPU please refer to the Disclaimer section in Chapter 10 or click the 1 above Memory Slots PC2 5300 PC6400 512 MB or 1 GB memory module can be installed in the memory slot of all model Mobile Intel 945GSE Express Chipset model Maximum system memory size and speed depend on the model you purchased The actual amount of useable system memory will be less than the installed memory modules 7 PC2 6400 PC 2 5300 memory modules work as PC2 4200 speed on J 945GSE Express chipset Video RAM Depending on the model you purchased 1 2 User s Manual Introduction Mobile Intel 945GSE Express Chipset Video RAM capacity shares with main memory and the proportion depends on Dynamic Video Memory Technology Memory main system 2 For more information regarding Memory Main System please refer to the Disclaimer section in Chapter 10 or click the 2 above Disks Hard disk drive HDD The computer has one or two integrated 2 1 2 hard disk drive s for nonvolatile storage of data and software depending on the model you purchased It comes in the following sizes E 120 GB M 160 GB Additional Hard Disk drive or Solid State Disk sizes may be introduced HDD drive capacity 4 For more information regarding Hard disk drive capacity pleas
51. d The front with the display open Display screen The full color LCD displays high contrast text and graphics The computer s LCD is 8 9 WSVGA 1024 horizontal x 600 vertical pixels The computer has a Thin Film Transistor TFT display Refer to Appendix B Display Controller When the computer operates on power through the AC adaptor the display screen s image won t change LCD 5 For more information regarding LCD please refer to the Disclaimer section in Chapter 10 or click the 5 above Graphics Processor Unit GPU 6 For more information regarding Graphics Processor Unit GPU please refer to the Disclaimer section in Chapter 10 or click the 6 above 2 6 User s Manual The Grand Tour J Stereo speaker Touch pad Touch pad control buttons System indicators Power button O Web camera Web camera LED Bluetooth antenna Wireless LAN antenna The speaker emits sound generated by your software as well as audio alarms such as low battery condition generated by the system Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen Can be set to perform other mouse functions such as scrolling selecting and double clicking Function like the left and right buttons on an external mouse Seven LEDs let you monitor the main battery power status HDD Wireless LAN Bluetooth Wireless WAN numeric lock and caps lock Details are in the system indicators section Press the power but
52. de years of reliable computing This manual tells you how to set up and begin using your NB 100 Series computer It also provides detailed information on configuring your computer basic operations and care using optional devices and troubleshooting If you are a new user of computers or if you are new to portable computing first read over the Introduction and The Grand Tour chapters to familiarize yourself with the computer s features components and accessory devices Then read Getting Started for step by step instructions on setting up your computer If you are an experienced computer user please continue reading the preface to learn how this manual is organized then become acquainted with this manual by browsing through its pages Be sure to read the Special features section of the Introduction to learn about features that are uncommon or unique to the computers and carefully read BIOS Setup and Passwords If you are going to install SIM card or connect external devices such as a printer be sure to read Chapter 8 Optional Devices Manual contents This manual is composed of the following chapters appendixes a glossary and an index Chapter 1 Introduction is an overview of the computer s features capabilities and options Chapter 2 The Grand Tour identifies the components of the computer and briefly explains how they function Chapter 3 Getting Started provides a quick overview of how to begin operating your comp
53. down and remove the battery pack refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power up Modes Remove one screw securing the memory module cover Lift off the cover 5 Use a slender object such as a pen to press two latches on either side of the memory module to the outside The memory module will pop up 6 Grasp the memory module by the sides and pull it out wo J Do not touch the connectors on the memory module or on the computer Debris on the connectors may cause memory access problems User s Manual 8 6 Optional Devices 7 SIM card Removing the memory module Seat the cover and secure it with one screw Some models are equipped with a SIM card slot that can accommodate a sim card Installing a SIM card To install a SIM card follow the steps below 1 2 3 4 A Turn the computer off in boot mode Refer to the Turning off the power section in Chapter 3 Remove all cables connected to the computer Insert the SIM card Press gently to ensure a firm connection Keep foreign objects out of the bridge media card slot A pin or similar object can damage the computer s circuitry The card is designed so that it can be inserted only one way Do not try to force the card into the slot Do not touch the connectors on the SIM card Any debris on the connectors may cause access problems For more details on using memory cards see manuals accompanying the cards User s Manual 8 7 Optional D
54. e accommodates either a 1 44 MB or 720 KB floppy disk through connection to one of the computer s USB ports A slot is available to attach a security cable to the computer to deter theft 1 8 User s Manual The Grand Tour Chapter 2 The Grand Tour This chapter identifies the various components of your computer Become familiar with each component before you operate the computer Non applicable icons 8 For more information regarding Non applicable icons please refer to the Disclaimer section in Chapter 10 or click the 8 above Front with the display closed Figure below shows the computer s front with its display panel in the closed position Built in microphone Headphone jack Microphone jack Front of the computer with display closed Microphone jack A standard 3 5 mm mini microphone jack enables connection of a microphone or other device for audio input Headphone jack A standard 3 5 mm mini headphone jack enables connection of a stereo headphone 16 ohm minimum or other device for audio output When you connect headphones the internal speaker is automatically disabled Built in Record monaural sounds into your applications microphone Provided with some models User s Manual 2 1 NB 100 Series Left side Figure below shows the computer s left side Security lock slot USB port The left side of the computer Universal serial The universal serial bus USB por
55. e meaning of each key See your software s documentation If you are still unable to use the keyboard consult your dealer LCD panel Apparent LCD problems may be related to the computer s setup Refer to Chapter 7 BIOS Setup and Passwords for more information Problem Procedure No display Press hot keys Fn F3 to change the display priority to make sure it is not set for an external monitor Markings appear on the They might have come from contact with the LCD screen keyboard or touchpad Try wiping the LCD gently with a clean dry cloth If markings remain use LCD cleaner Be sure to let the LCD dry before closing it Problems above remain Refer to your software s documentation to unresolved or other determine if the software is causing the difficulty problems occur Contact your dealer if the problems continue Hard disk drive Problem Procedure Computer does not Check if a diskette is in the diskette drive or a boot from hard disk CD DVD is in the optical disc drive Remove any drive diskette and or CD DVD and check Boot priority Refer to Chapter 7 Boot Priority section There may be a problem with your operating system files Refer to your OS documentation 9 6 User s Manual Troubleshooting Problem Slow performance Pointing device Procedure Your files may be fragmented Run SCANDISK and defragmenter to check the condition of your files and disk Refer to your OS documentation or
56. e refer to the Disclaimers section in Chapter 10 or click the 4 above Keyboard Built in 80 keys compatible with IBM enhanced keyboard embedded numeric overlay dedicated cursor control an and keys See Chapter 5 The Keyboard for details Pointing device Built in A touchpad and control buttons in the palm rest enable control of the on screen pointer Power Battery pack The computer is powered by one rechargeable lithium ion battery pack Battery life 3 For more information regarding Battery life please refer to the Disclaimers section in Chapter 10 or click the 3 above User s Manual 1 3 NB 100 Series RTC battery AC adaptor Ports Headphone Microphone External monitor Universal Serial Bus USB 2 0 Slots Bridge media card slot SIM card slot Multimedia Web camera Sound system The internal RTC battery backs up the Real Time Clock RTC and calendar The universal AC adaptor provides power to the system and recharges the batteries when they are low It comes with a detachable power cord Because it is universal it can receive a range of AC voltage between 100 and 240 volts Enables connection of a stereo headphone Enables connection of a microphone 15 pin analog VGA port Three Universal Serial Bus USB enable a chain connection of USB equipped devices to your computer through the ports The ports with the icon 4 has USB Sleep and Charge function This slot
57. ed Try loading another copy of the software If an error message appears while you are using a software package check the software documentation These documents usually include a problem solving section or a summary of error messages Next check any error messages in the OS documentation Hardware If you cannot find a software problem check your hardware First run through the items in the preliminary checklist above If you still cannot correct the problem try to identify the source The next section provides checklists for individual components and peripherals 9 2 User s Manual Troubleshooting Hardware and system checklist This section discusses problems caused by your computer s hardware or attached peripherals Basic problems may occur in the following areas E System start up E SD MS MS Pro Card E Self test E SIM Card E Power External Monitor E Password E Sound system E Keyboard E USB E LCD panel E Standby Hibernation E Hard disk drive E LAN E Pointing device E Wireless LAN Touchpad device System start up When the computer does not start properly check the following items E Self Test mM Power Sources E Power on Password Self test When the computer starts up the self test will be run automatically and the following will be displayed TOSHIBA Leading Innovation gt gt gt This message remains on the screen for a few seconds If the self test is successful the computer
58. ed by TOSHIBA as replacements The battery recharges the RTC battery The battery maintains the state of the computer when you enable Resume JN When the computer is powered off in hibernation and standby mode and the AC adaptor is not connected the battery pack supply power to maintain data and programs in memory If the battery pack is completely discharged hibernation and standby mode do not function and the computer loses all data in memory One of the following messages appears when you turn on the power E The firmware has detected that a CMOS battery fail occurred lt F1 gt delete E The firmware has detected that a CMOS battery fail occurred lt F1 gt delete lt F2 gt to setup User s Manual 6 3 NB 100 Series To ensure that the battery pack maintains its maximum capacity operate the computer on battery power at least once a month until the battery pack is fully discharged Refer to Extending battery life in this chapter for procedures If the computer is continuously operated on AC power more than a month the battery may fail to retain a charge It may not function efficiently over the expected life of the battery and the Battery LED may not indicate a low battery condition Real Time Clock battery The Real Time Clock RTC battery provides power for the internal real time clock and calendar It also maintains the system configuration If the RTC battery becomes completely discharged the system loses thi
59. en user the computer and the program for example the keyboard or a menu interrupt request A signal that gives a component access to the processor I O Input output Refers to acceptance and transfer of data to and froma computer I O devices Equipment used to communicate with the computer and transfer data to and from it IrDA 1 1 An industry standard that enables cableless infrared serial data transfer at speeds of up to 4 Mbps J jumper A small clip or wire that allows you to change the hardware characteristics by electrically connecting two points of a circuit User s Manual Glossary 8 Glossary K K Taken from the Greek word kilo meaning 1000 often used as equivalent to 1024 or 2 raised to the 10th power See also byte and kilobyte KB See kilobyte keyboard An input device containing switches that are activated by manually pressing marked keys Each keystroke activates a switch that transmits a specific code to the computer For each key the transmitted code is in turn representative of the ASCII character marked on the key kilobyte KB A unit of data storage equal to 1024 bytes See also byte and megabyte L level 2 cache See cache Light Emitting Diode LED A semiconductor device that emits light when a current is applied Liquid Crystal Display LCD Liquid crystal sealed between two sheets of glass coated with transparent conducting material The viewing side coating is etc
60. er s Manual Getting Started Chapter 3 Getting Started J J This chapter provides basic information to start using your computer It covers the following topics All users should be sure to carefully read the sections Microsoft Windows XP setup which describe actions to take when you turn on the power for the first time Be sure to read the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort for information on the safe and proper use of this computer It is intended to help you be more comfortable and productive while using a notebook computer By following the recommendations in it you may reduce your chance of developing a painful or disabling injury to your hand arms shoulders or neck Connecting the AC adaptor Opening the display Turning on the power Starting up for the first time Turning off the power Restarting the computer System Recovery Options If you are a new user follow the steps in each section of this chapter as you prepare to operate your computer Use a virus check program and make sure it is updated regularly Never format storage media without checking its content formatting destroys all stored data It is a good idea to periodically back up the internal hard disk drive or other main storage device to external media General storage media is not durable or stable over long periods of time and under certain conditions may result in data loss Before you install a device or application
61. er for more information on how to operate these keys Please note that the default setting for the function is off User s Manual 5 2 The Keyboard F12 e Hot keys Hot keys pressing Fn a function or Esc key let you enable or disable certain features of the computer Zoom Fo L Esc L S ss WAN a i Is Y S Wireless communication LJE Hibernation a a Press Fn F12 Scroll Lock to lock the cursor on a specific line The power on default is off Press Fn Enter to simulate Enter on the enhanced keyboard s numeric keypad Press Fn Ctrl to simulate the enhanced keyboard s right Ctrl key Press Fn Alt to simulate the enhanced keyboard s right Alt key Pressing Fn Esc changes the display resolution Pressing Fn changes wireless WAN On or Off Provided with some models Pressing Fn F1 changes Wireless WLAN BT wireless WAN On Off When user presses Fn F1 all the wireless should enable Provided with some models Pressing Fn F2 switches the system to hibernation mode User s Manual 5 3 The Keyboard Output F3 Mute F6 J E wa Silent Mode F8 LJ t L Brightness down F9 Fn vit Brightness up F10 Fh Speaker down Yq gt Pall Speaker Up aq e Pressing Fn F3 changes the active display de
62. erial Bus This serial interface lets you communicate with several devices connected in a chain to a single port on the computer V VGA Video Graphics Array is an industry standard video adaptor that lets you run any popular software volatile memory Random access memory RAM that stores information as long as power is supplied to the computer W warm start Restarting or resetting a computer without turning it off window A portion of the screen that can display its own application document or dialog box Often used to mean a Microsoft Windows window Wireless LAN Local Area Network LAN through wireless communication write protection A method for protecting a floppy diskette from accidental erasure User s Manual Glossary 13 Index Index A AC adaptor 1 4 2 4 A 1 additional 8 8 connecting 3 2 problems 9 4 safety instructions xiii ASCII characters 5 7 Auto power on See Power B Battery charging 6 5 indicator 2 8 monitoring capacity 6 7 real time clock 6 4 Real Time Clock battery 1 4 6 4 retention time 6 8 types 6 3 Battery pack 1 3 1 8 6 3 extending battery life 6 8 indicator 6 2 location 2 4 operating time 6 7 problems 9 4 replacing 6 8 safety instructions 6 4 save mode 1 6 Battery See also Battery pack indicator 2 8 Bluethooth problems 9 11 Bluetooth 1 5 4 7 indicator 4 7 problems 9 11 Bridge media card slot 1 4 8 1 C Checklist
63. erial The two universal serial bus USB ports comply bus USB 2 0 ports with USB Serial 2 0 standards which enables data transfer speeds 40 times faster than the USB 1 1 os 4 standards The ports with the icon 4 has USB Sleep and Charge function Keep foreign metal objects such as screws staples and paper clips out of the USB connectors Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit which can cause damage and fire possibly resulting in serious injury Please note that it is not possible to confirm the operation of all functions of all USB devices that are available In view of this it may be noted that some functions associated with a specific device might not operate properly Security lock slot A security cable attaches to this slot The optional aoc security cable anchors your computer to a desk or other large object to deter theft User s Manual 2 3 NB 100 Series Back side Figure below shows the computer s back side External monitor port LAN jack DC IN 19V The computer s back side External monitor This 15 pin port allows you to connect an external port monitor LAN jack This jack lets you connect to a LAN The adaptor has built in support for Ethernet LAN 10 Mbit s 10BASE T or Fast Ethernet LAN 100 Mbit s 100BASE TX DC IN 19V The AC adaptor connects to this socket Use only a the model of AC adaptor that comes with the aes computer Using the wrong adaptor can damage
64. eries recommended by TOSHIBA as replacements E Charge the battery pack only in an ambient temperature between 5 and 35 degrees Celsius Otherwise the electrolyte solution might leak battery pack performance might deteriorate and the battery life might be shortened E Never install or remove the battery pack without first turning off the power and disconnecting the AC adaptor Never remove the battery pack while the computer is in Sleep Mode Data could be lost E When the High Capacity Battery Pack is connected to the computer do not hold on only to the High Capacity Battery Pack when lifting the computer up The High Capacity Battery Pack may separate from them computer causing it to fall and cause injuries Never remove the battery pack while the Wake up on LAN function is enabled Data will be lost Before you remove a battery pack disable the Wake up on LAN function Charging the battery When the power in the battery pack becomes low the Battery indicator flashes green fast indicating that only a few minutes of battery power remain If you continue to use the computer while the Battery indicator flashes the computer enables hibernation mode so you don t lose data and automatically turns off The computer enters hibernate mode only if hibernation is enabled in the Hibernate tab in Power Options You must recharge a battery pack when it becomes discharged Procedures To recharge a battery pack while it is installed in
65. essing requirements antistatic A material used to prevent the buildup of static electricity application A group of programs that together are used for a specific task such as accounting financial planning spreadsheets word processing and games ASCII American Standard Code for Information Interchange ASCII code is a set of 256 binary codes that represent the most commonly used letters numbers and symbols async Short for asynchronous asynchronous Lacking regular time relationship As applied to computer communications asynchronous refers to the method of transmitting data that does not require a steady stream of bits to be transmitted at regular time intervals B backup A duplicate copy of files kept as a spare in case the original is destroyed batch file A file that can be executed from the system prompt containing a sequence of operating system commands or executable files binary The base two number system composed of zeros and ones off or on used by most digital computers The right most digit of a binary number has a value of 1 the next a value of 2 then 4 8 16 and so on For example the binary number 101 has a value of 5 See also ASCII BIOS Basic Input Output System The firmware that controls data flow within the computer See also firmware bit Derived from binary digit the basic unit of information used by the computer It is either zero or one Eight bits is one byte See also byte boa
66. evices Removing the SIM card To remove the SIM card follow the steps below 1 Turn the computer off in boot mode Refer to the Turning off the power section in Chapter 3 2 Remove all cables connected to the computer Directly pull out the sim card inside the socket to eject it 4 Grasp the card and remove it 5 Additional AC adaptor If you frequently transport the computer between different sites such as your home and office purchasing an AC adaptor for each location will reduce the weight and bulk of your carrying load PA3467U 1ACA PA3467E 1AC3 USB FDD Kit The 3 1 2 external FDD drive module can be connected to the USB port External monitor 1 An external analog monitor can be connected to the external monitor port on the computer The computer supports VGA and Super VGA video modes To connect a monitor follow the steps below The hibernation and standby feature can be used with an external monitor Simply enable hibernation and standby and the computer will maintain the data as it is displayed on the external monitor 1 Connect the monitor to the external monitor port 2 Turn the monitor s power on When you turn on the power the computer automatically recognizes the monitor and determines whether it is color or monochrome You can use the BIOS Setup to select between Auto Selected and LCD Analog RGB displays Refer to Chapter 7 BIOS Setup and Passwords If you have selected LCD Analog R
67. finished playing a selection Close Audio Player before you select standby hibernation If problems persist contact your dealer 9 10 User s Manual Troubleshooting LAN Problem Cannot access LAN Wake up on LAN Wireless LAN Procedure Check for a firm cable connection between the LAN jack and the LAN HUB Make sure the AC adaptor is connected The does not work Wake up on LAN function consumes power even when the system is off If problems persist consult your LAN administrator If the following procedures do not restore LAN access consult your LAN administrator For more information on wireless communication refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics Problem Cannot access Wireless LAN Bluetooth Procedure Make sure the computer s wireless communication switch is set to on If problems persist consult your LAN administrator For more information on wireless communication refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics Problem Cannot access Bluetooth device Procedure Make sure the computer s wireless communication switch is set to on Make sure the Bluetooth Manager is running and the power to the Bluetooth device is turned on Make sure no optional Bluetooth Adpater is installed in the computer The built in Bluetooth function and an optional Bluetooth Adpater cannot operate simultaneously If problems persist contact your dealer User s Manual 9 11 NB 100 Series
68. grated circuits that perform the processor s basic functions and provides connectors for adding other boards that perform special functions Sometimes called a main board N non system disk A formatted floppy diskette you can use to store programs and data but you cannot use to start the computer See system disk nonvolatile memory Memory usually read only ROM that is capable of permanently storing information Turning the computer s power off does not alter data stored in nonvolatile memory numeric keypad overlay A feature that allows you to use certain keys on the keyboard to perform numeric entry or to control cursor and page movement O OCR Optical Character Recognition reader A technique or device that uses laser or visible light to identify characters and input them into a storage device online state A functional state of a peripheral device when it is ready to receive or transmit data operating system A group of programs that controls the basic operation of a computer Operating system functions include interpreting programs creating data files and controlling the transmission and receipt input output of data to and from memory and peripheral devices output The results of a computer operation Output commonly indicates data 1 printed on paper 2 displayed at a terminal 3 sent through the serial port of internal modem or 4 stored on some magnetic media P PAL PAL Phase Alternating Line
69. hed into character forming segments with leads that extend to the edge of the glass Applying a voltage between the glass sheets alters the brightness of the liquid crystal LSI Large Scale Integration 1 A technology that allows the inclusion of up to 100 000 simple logic gates on a single chip 2 An integrated circuit that uses large scale integration main board See motherboard megabyte MB A unit of data storage equal to 1024 kilobytes See also kilobyte megahertz A unit of wave frequency that equals 1 million cycles per second See also hertz menu A software interface that displays a list of options on the screen Also called a screen microprocessor A hardware component contained in a single integrated circuit that carries out instructions Also called the central processing unit CPU one of the main parts of the computer mode A method of operation for example the Boot Mode Standby Mode or the Hibernation Mode modem Derived from modulator demodulator a device that converts modulates digital data for transmission over telephone lines and then converts modulated data demodulates to digital format where received User s Manual Glossary 9 Glossary monitor A device that uses rows and columns of pixels to display alphanumeric characters or graphic images See also CRT motherboard A name sometimes used to refer to the main printed circuit board in processing equipment It usually contains inte
70. hen you turn on the power again you can continue working right where you left off Refer to the Turning off the power section in Chapter 3 Getting Started for details 1 6 User s Manual Introduction Utilities J Standby If you have to interrupt your work you can turn off the power without exiting from your software Data is maintained in the computer s main memory When you turn on the power again you can continue working right where you left off This section describes preinstalled utilities and tells how to start them For details on operation refer to each utility s online manual help files or readme txt files TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER TOSHIBA ConfigFree TOSHIBA Disc Creator TOSHIBA Bluetooth Stack depending on the model you purchased This software is provided for playback of DVD Video This software is preinstalled in some modelsl ConfigFree is a suite of utilities to allow easy control of communication devices and network connections ConfigFree also allows you to find communication problems and create profiles for easy switching between location and communication networks You can boot ConfigFree from the menu bar as follows Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Networking gt ConfigFree You can create CD DVDs in several formats including audio CDs that can be played ona standard stereo CD player and data CD DVDs to store the files and folderson your hard disk drive
71. ick up the computer by its display panel Close all port covers Use the carrying case when transporting the computer When carrying your computer be sure to hold it securely so that it does not fall or hit anything Do not carry your computer by holding protruded portions User s Manual 4 9 NB 100 Series Heat dispersal pmi o To protect from overheating the CPU has an internal temperature sensor If the computer s internal temperature rises to a certain level the cooling fan is turned on or the processing speed is lowered You can select whether to control the CPU temperature by turning on the fan first then if necessary lowering the CPU speed Or by lowering the CPU speed first then if necessary turning on the fan Use the Cooling Method item of the Basic Setup window in Power Option When the CPU temperature falls to a normal range the fan is turned off and the CPU operation returns to standard speed If the CPU temperature reaches an unacceptably high level with either setting the system automatically shuts down to prevent damage Data in memory will be lost User s Manual The Keyboard Chapter 5 The Keyboard The computer s keyboard layout is compatible with a 104 105 key enhanced keyboard Pressing Fn key an other keys can execute all enhanced keyboard function The number of keys on your keyboard depends on which country region s keyboard layout your computer is configured with
72. ility for damages incurred directly or indirectly from errors omissions or discrepancies between the computer and the manual Trademarks IBM is a registered trademark and IBM PC and PS 2 are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation Intel Intel SpeedStep and Intel Core and Centrino are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries regions Windows and Microsoft are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation Photo CD is a trademark of Eastman Kodak Bluetooth is a registered trademark owned by its proprietor and used by TOSHIBA under license Memory Stick is a registered trademark of SonyCorporation Other trademarks and registered trademarks not listed above may be used in this manual User s Manual NB 100 Series EU Declaration of Comformity This product and if applicable the supplied accessories too are marked with CE and comply therefore with the applicable harmonized European standards listed under the Low Voltage Directive 2006 95 EC the EMC Directive 2004 108 EC and or R amp TTE Directive 1999 5 EC Responsible for CE marking TOSHIBA EUROPE GMBH Hamfeldamm 8 41460 Neuss Germany Manufacturer Toshiba Corporation 1 1 Shibaura 1 chome Minato ku Tokyo 105 8001 Japan The complete official EU CE Declaration can be obtained on following internet page http epps toshiba teg com Following information i
73. ilure computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire possibly resulting in serious injury User s Manual xii NB 100 Series Creating a computer friendly environment Place the computer on a flat surface that is large enough for the computer and any other items you are using such as a printer Leave enough space around the computer and other equipment to provide adequate ventilation Otherwise they may overheat To keep your computer in prime operating condition protect your work area from E Dust moisture and direct sunlight E Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field such as stereo speakers other than speakers that are connected to the computer or speakerphones E Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of temperature change such as air conditioner vents or heaters E Extreme heat cold or humidity E Liquids and corrosive chemicals Stress injury Carefully read the nstruction Manual for Safety and Comfort It contains information on the prevention of stress injuries to your hands and wrists that can be caused by extensive keyboard use Heat injury E Avoid prolonged physical contact with the computer If the computer is used for long periods its surface can become very warm While the temperature will not feel hot to the touch if you maintain physical contact with the computer for a long time for example if you rest the computer on your lap or if you keep your hands on the palm
74. ine do you have E What was the model number PA number E What was the serial number 8 digits E When was it stolen i e date What is your address phone and fax number To register the theft on paper please follow these procedures E Fill in the TOSHIBA Theft Registration form or a copy of it below E Attach a copy of your receipt showing where your computer was purchased E Either fax or send the receipt and registration form to the address below To register the theft online please follow these procedures E Visit http www toshiba europe com on the Internet In the product area choose Computer Systems E Inthe Computer Systems page open the Support amp Downloads menu and choose the Stolen Units Database option Your entries are used to track your computer at our service points User s Manual E 1 NB 100 Series TOSHIBA Theft Registration Send to TOSHIBA Europe GmbH Technical Service and Support Leibnizstr 2 93055 Regensburg Germany Fax number 49 0 941 7807 921 Country stolen Machine type e g NB 100 Series Model number eg Psa CDDPDPETPPrr try Serial number cameos TTP TTT Date stolen Year Month LITT LO Owner s details Last name first name Company Street Postal Code City Country Phone Fax Day LU E 2 User s Manual Glossary Glossary The terms in this glossary cover topics related to this manual Altern
75. ing latch to the unlocked position User s Manual 6 9 NB 100 Series 6 Slide the battery release latch to free the battery pack for removal then lift up the battery pack Battery Release Latch Removing the battery pack 7 Pull the battery pack forward to remove it For environmental reasons do not throw away a spent battery pack Please return spent battery pack to your TOSHIBA dealer Installing the battery pack To install a battery pack follow the steps below The battery pack is a lithium ion battery which can explode if not properly replaced used handled or disposed of Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations Use only battery recommended by TOSHIBA as replacements 1 Be sure the computer s power is off and all cables are disconnected 2 Insert the battery pack Battery pack Installing the battery pack 3 Push the battery pack until it is firmly seated 4 Slide the battery pack locking latch toward the lock position 6 10 User s Manual Power and Power up Modes Starting the computer by password If you have already registered a password please enter the password manually to start the computer To start up the computer with the user password follow these steps 1 Turn on the power as described in Chapter 3 Getting Started The following message appears Username YX At this point the hot keys Fn F1 to F9 do not work They will function
76. ing the Disc Backup function of TOSHIBA Disc Creator You cannot back up DVD ROM DVD Video DVD R DVD R DL DVD RW DVD R DVD R DL or DVD RW to CD R or CD RW media using the Disc Backup function of TOSHIBA Disc Creator E TOSHIBA Disc Creator cannot record in packet format E You might not be able to use the Disc Backup function of TOSHIBA Disc Creator to back up a DVD R DVD R DL DVD RW DVD R DVD R DL or DVD RW disc that was made with other software on a different optical media recorder E If you add data to a DVD R DVD R DL DVD R or DVD R DL disc that you have already recorded to you might not be able to read the added data under some circumstances For example it cannot be read under 16 bit operating systems such as Windows 98SE and Windows Me while in Windows NT4 you will need Service Pack 6 or later and in Windows 2000 you will need Service Pack 2 In addition to this some DVD ROM and DVD ROM CD R RW drives cannot read this added data regardless of the operating system E TOSHIBA Disc Creator does not support recording to DVD RAM discs to achieve this you should use Windows Explorer or another similar utility E When you back up a DVD disc be sure that the source drive supports recording to DVD R DVD R DL DVD RW DVD R DVD R DL or DVD RW media if this is not the case then the source disc might not be backed up correctly 4 2 User s Manual Operating Basics E When you back up a D
77. io links You can easily establish links between two or more devices The link is maintained even if the devices are not within line of sight Security Two advanced security mechanisms ensure a high level of security Authentication prevents access to critical data and makes it impossible to falsify the origin of a message E Encryption prevents eavesdropping and maintains link privacy Wireless communication switch You can enable or disable RF transmission Wireless LAN functions on and off with hot keys No transmissions are sent or received when the hot keys don t work Set the switch to off in airplanes and hospitals Check the indicator It will stop glowing when the wireless communication function is off Turn the computer off when you enter an airplane and check the carrier s regulations before you use a computer on board Wireless communication Indicator The wireless communication indicator indicates the status of the wireless communication functions Indicator status Indication Indicator off Wireless communication hot keys are set to off Automatic power down because of overheating Power malfunction User s Manual 4 7 NB 100 Series LAN Indicator glows Wireless communication hot keys are on Wireless LAN is turned on by an application If you used the Task Bar to disable Wireless LAN restart the computer or follow the procedures below to enable the system to recognize Wireless LAN Click
78. lets you easily transfer data from devices such as digital cameras and Personal Digital Assistants that use flash memory SD MS MS Pro memory cards See Chapter 8 Optional Devices for details This slot allows you to install a SIM card to expand functionality See Chapter 8 Optional Devices for details Provided with some models Record Send still or video images with this integrated web camera Provided with some models Sound System provides internal speaker as well as jacks for an external microphone and headphone User s Manual Introduction Communications LAN The computer is equipped with a LAN that supports Ethernet LAN 10 Mbit s 1OBASE T and Fast Ethernet LAN 100 Mbit s 100BASE TX It is preinstalled as a standard device in some markets Wireless LAN The computers in this series are equipped with a Wireless LAN module that is compatible with other LAN systems based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing radio technology that complies with the IEEE 802 11 Standard Wireless LAN 7 For more information regarding Wireless LAN please refer to the Disclaimer section in Chapter 10 or click the 7 above Wireless WAN Some computers in this series are equipped with Wireless WAN function Wireless WAN provides the high speed data service the speed generally above several hundred kbps And Wireless WAN service also can simultaneously transmit the sound tele
79. lication Recharge time varies depending on usage Battery may not charge while computer is consuming full power After a period of time the battery will lose its ability to perform at maximum capacity and will need to be replaced This is a normal phenomenon for all batteries To purchase a new battery pack see the accessories information that is shipped with your computer or visit the Toshiba web site at http www pcsupport toshiba com HDD drive capacity 4 1 Gigabyte GB means 10 1 000 000 000 bytes using powers of 10 The computer operating system however reports storage capacity using powers of 2 for the definition of 1 GB 230 1 073 741 824 bytes and therefore shows less storage capacity Available storage capacity will also be less if the product includes one or more pre installed operating systems such as Microsoft Windows and or pre installed software applications or media content Actual formatted capacity may vary User s Manual 10 2 Disclaimers LCD 5 Over a period of time and depending on the usage of the computer the brightness of the LCD screen will deteriorate This is an intrinsic characteristic of LCD technology Graphics Processor Unit GPU e Graphics processor unit GPU performance may vary depending on product model design configuration applications power management settings and features utilized GPU performance is only optimized when operating in AC power mode and may decrease
80. manual Clicking on XX will display the related description CPU 1 Central Processing Unit CPU Performance Disclaimer CPU performance in your computer product may vary from specifications under the following conditions use of certain external peripheral products use of battery power instead of AC power use of certain multimedia computer generated graphics or video applications use of standard telephone lines or low speed network connections use of complex modeling software such as high end computer aided design applications use of several applications or functionalities simultaneously use of computer in areas with low air pressure high altitude gt 1 000 meters or gt 3 280 feet above sea level use of computer at temperatures outside the range of 5 C to 30 C 41 F to 86 F or gt 25 C 77 F at high altitude all temperature references are approximate and may vary depending on the specific computer model please refer to your PC documentation or visit the Toshiba website at http vwww pcsupport toshiba com for details CPU performance may also vary from specifications due to design configuration User s Manual 10 1 Disclaimers Under some conditions your computer product may automatically shut down This is a normal protective feature designed to reduce the risk of lost data or damage to the product when used outside recommended conditions To avoid risk of lost data always make back up copies
81. mplish these tasks the unit physically rotates the disk at high speed past a read write head disk storage Storing data on magnetic disk Data is arranged on concentric tracks much like a phonograph record display A CRT LCD or other image producing device used to view computer output documentation The set of manuals and or other instructions written for the users of a computer system or application Computer system documentation typically includes procedural and tutorial information as well as system functions DOS Disk Operating System See operating system driver A software program generally part of the operating system that controls a specific piece of hardware frequently a peripheral device such as a printer or mouse DVB T Digital Video Broadcasting Terrestrial Also known as terrestrial digital TV Digital TV broadcasting standard DVD R R R A Digital Versatile Disc Recordable disk can be written once and read many times The DVD R drive uses a laser to read data from the disc DVD RAM A Digital Versatile Disc Random Access Memory is a high capacity high performance disc that lets you store large volumes of data The DVD RAM drive uses a laser to read data from the disc DVD R DL A disc having two layers on one side with the DVD R storage capacity about 1 8 times larger than before The DVD RW drive uses a laser to read data from the disc DVD ROM A Digital Versatile Disc Read Only Memory is a high capacit
82. ncy W Band 2 4 GHz 2400 2483 5 MHz Revision B User s Manual C 1 Wireless LAN Supported frequency sub bands The range of the wireless signal is related to the transmit rate of the wireless communication Communications at lower transmit range may travel larger distances E The range of your wireless devices can be affected when the antennas are placed near metal surfaces and solid high density materials E Range is also impacted due to obstacles in the signal path of the radio that may either absorb or reflect the radio signal Subject to the radio regulations that apply in your country region your Wireless LAN card may support a different set of 2 4 GHz channels Consult your Authorized Wireless LAN or TOSHIBA Sales office for information about the radio regulations that apply in your country region Table Wireless IEEE 802 11 Channels Sets Revision B and G Frequency Range Channel ID 2400 2483 5 MHz 1 ON Do A O N 10 11 12 13 2412 2417 2422 2427 2432 2437 2442 2447 2452 2457 2462 24672 2472 When installing Wireless LAN cards the channel configuration is managed as follows For wireless clients that operate in a Wireless LAN infrastructure the Wireless LAN card will automatically start operation at the channel identified by the Wireless LAN Access Point When roaming between different access points the station can dynamically switch to another channel if required
83. note is a hint or advice that helps you make best use of your equipment Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which could result in death or serious injury if you do not follow instructions User s Manual NB 100 Series xi User s Manual NB 100 Series General Precautions TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety minimize strain and withstand the rigors of portability However certain precautions should be observed to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer Be certain to read the general precautions below and to note the cautions included in the text of the manual Provide adequate ventilation E Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet even if your computer is in Sleep Mode In this condition observe the following M Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with any object E Never place your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source such as anelectric blanket or heater E Never cover or block the air vents including those located at the base of the computer E Always operate your computer on a hard flat surface Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents c E Always provide sufficient space around the computer E Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system fa
84. numeric keypad overlay software The set of programs procedures and related documentation associated with a computer system Specifically refers to computer programs that direct and control the computer system s activities See also hardware stop bit One or more bits of a byte that follow the transmitted character or group codes in asynchronous serial communications subpixel Three elements one red one green and blue RGB that make up a pixel on the color LCD The computer sets subpixels independently each may emit a different degree of brightness See also pixel synchronous Having a constant time interval between successive bits characters or events system disk A disk that has been formatted with an operating system For MS DOS the operating system is contained in two hidden files and the COMMAND COM file You can boot a computer using a system disk Also called an operating system disk T terminal A typewriter like keyboard and CRT display screen connected to the computer for data input output User s Manual Glossary 12 Glossary TFT display A liquid crystal display LCD made from an array of liquid crystal cells using active matrix technology with thin film transistor TFT to drive each cell touchpad A pointing device integrated into the TOSHIBA computer palm rest TTL Transistor transistor logic A logic circuit design that uses switching transistors for gates and storage U Universal S
85. ocedure AC adaptor doesn t Check the connections Make sure the cord is power the computer firmly connected to the computer and a power outlet Check the condition of the cord and terminals If the cord is frayed or damaged replace it If the terminals are soiled wipe them with cotton ora clean cloth If the AC adaptor still does not power the computer contact your dealer Battery If you suspect a problem with the battery check the DC IN connect and the battery indicator For information on indicators and battery operation see Chapter 6 Power and Power up Modes Problem Procedure Battery doesn t power The battery may be discharged connect the AC the computer adaptor to recharge the battery 9 4 User s Manual Troubleshooting Problem Procedure Battery doesn t charge If the battery is completely discharged it will not when the AC adaptor is begin charging immediately Wait a few minutes attached Battery If the battery still does not charge make sure the indicator does not glow outlet is supplying power Test it by plugging in green an appliance If it doesn t work try another power source Check whether the battery is hot or cold to the touch If the battery is too hot or too cold it will not charge properly Make it reach room temperature Unplug the AC adaptor and remove the battery to make sure the terminals are clean If necessary wipe them with a soft dry cloth dipped in alcohol
86. ock possibly resulting in serious injury The supplied power cord conforms to safety rules and regulations in the region the product is bought and should not be used outside this region For use in other regions please buy power cords that conform to safety rules and regulations in the particular region Do not use a 3 pin to 2 pin conversion plug When you connect the AC adaptor to the computer always follow the steps in the exact order as described in the User s Manual Connecting the power cable to a live electrical outlet should be the last step otherwise the adaptor DC output plug could hold an electrical charge and cause an electrical shock or minor bodily injury when touched As a general safety precaution avoid touching any metal parts Never place your computer or AC adaptor on a wooden surface furniture or any other surface that could be marred by exposure to heat since the computer base and AC adapior s surface increase in temperature during normal use Always place your computer or AC adaptor on a flat and hard surface that is resistant to heat damage Refer to the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort for detailed precautions and handling instructions 3 2 User s Manual Getting Started 1 Connect the power cord to the AC adaptor T gt Qh Connecting the power cord to the AC adaptor 2 Connect the AC adaptor s DC output plug to the DC IN 19V jack on the back side of the computer
87. of data by periodically storing it on an external storage medium For optimum performance use your computer product only under recommended conditions Read additional restrictions in your product documentation Contact Toshiba technical service and support refer to TOSHIBA support section in chapter 9 Troubleshooting for more information A 32 bit version of the operating system is preinstalled on your computer unless explicitly stated that the operating system is 64 bit See http www pcsupport toshiba com for more information Memory main system 2 Part of the main system memory may be used by the graphics system for graphics performance and therefore reduce the amount of main system memory available for other computing activities The amount of main system memory allocated to support graphics may vary depending on the graphics system applications utilized system memory size and other factors For PC s configured with 1 GB of system memory the full system memory space for computing activities will be considerably less and will vary by model and system configuration Battery life 3 Battery life may vary considerably depending on product model configuration applications power management settings and features utilized as well as the natural performance variations produced by the design of individual components Published battery life numbers are achieved on select models and configurations tested by Toshiba at the time of pub
88. online HELP for information on running SCANDISK and the defragmenter As a last resort reformat the hard disk Then reload the operating system and other files If problems persist contact your dealer If you are using a USB mouse also refer to the USB section in this chapter and to your mouse documentation Touchpad Problem On screen pointer does not respond to Pad operation Double tapping does not work The mouse pointer moves too fast or too slow Procedure The system might be busy If the pointer is shaped as an hourglass wait for it to resume its normal shape and try again to move it Try changing the double click speed setting in the mouse control utility 1 Open the Control Panel and Printers and Other Hardware select the Mouse icon and press Enter 2 Click the Buttons tab 3 Set the double click speed as instructed and click OK Try changing the speed setting in the mouse control utility 1 Open the Control Panel and Printers and Other Hardware select the Mouse icon and press Enter 2 Click the Pointer Options tab 3 Set the speed as instructed and click OK User s Manual 9 7 NB 100 Series Problem When the reaction of touchpad is sensitive to slow USB mouse Procedure Adjust the touch Sensitivity 1 Open the Control Panel 2 Click the Printers icon and Other Hardware icon Click the Mouse icon Click the Device Setting tab Click the Setting button
89. or glows orange when the computer is enable to connect wireless LAN or Bluetooth Provided with some models The wireless WAN indicator glows orange when the computer is enable to connect wireless WAN Provided with some models This indicator glows green You can use the keypad overlay dark gary labeled keys for numeric input This indicator glows green when letter keys are locked into their uppercase format 2 8 User s Manual The Grand Tour AC adaptor A The AC adaptor converts AC power to DC power and reduces the voltage supplied to the computer It can automatically adjust to any voltage from 100 to 240 volts and to a frequency of either 50 or 60 hertz enabling you to use the computer in almost any region To recharge the battery simply connect the AC adaptor to a power source and the computer See Chapter 6 Power and Power up Modes for details The AC adaptor 3 pin plug E Depending on the model in question either a 2 pin or 3 pin adaptor power lead will be bundled with the computer E Do notuse a 3 pin to 2 pin conversion plug E The supplied power cord conforms to safety rules and regulations in the region the product is bought and should not be used outside of this region In order to use the adaptor computer in other regions you should please buy a power cord that conforms to the safety rules and regulations in that particular region User s Manual 2 9 NB 100 Series Us
90. ot install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Standby mode The computer or the module could be damaged E Donotremove the battery pack while the computer is in standby mode unless the computer is connected to an AC power source Data in memory will be lost Benefits of standby mode The standby feature provides the following benefits E Restores the previous working environment more rapidly than does hibernation feature User s Manual 3 7 NB 100 Series J E Saves power by shutting down the system when the computer receives no input or hardware access for the duration set by the system Standby feature E You can use the panel power off feature Executing standby mode You can enter sleep mode in one of three ways 1 Click Windows Start button click Turn Off Computer and then click Stand By 2 Close the display panel This feature must be enabled 3 Press the power button This feature must be enabled When you turn the power back on you can continue where you left when you shut down the computer E When the computer is shut down in Standby mode the power indicator glows blinking green E fyou are operating the computer on battery power you can lengthen the operating time by shutting down in Hibernation mode Standby mode consumes more power Standby mode limitations Standby mode will not function under the following conditions E Power is turned back on immediately after shutting down
91. our battery packs At least once a month disconnect the computer from a power source and operate it on battery power until the battery pack fully discharges Before doing so follow the steps below Turn off the computer s power Disconnect the AC adaptor and turn on the computer s power If it does not turn on then go to Step 4 Operate the computer on battery power for five minutes If the battery pack has at least five minutes of operating time continue operating until the battery pack is fully discharged If the battery LED flashes or there is some other warning to indicate a low battery go to step 4 Connect the AC adaptor to the computer and the power cord to a power outlet The Battery LED should glow blinking green slow to indicate that the battery pack is being charged If the battery indicator does not glow power is not being supplied Check the connections for the AC adaptor and power cord Charge the battery pack until the Battery indicator glows green If you have extra battery packs rotate their use If you will not be using the system for an extended period more than one month remove the battery pack Disconnect the AC adaptor when the battery is fully charged Overcharging makes the battery hot and shortens life If you are not going to use the computer for more than eight hours disconnect the AC adaptor Store spare battery packs in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight Replacing the battery pack When the
92. overlay for numeric entry If the Arrow mode indicator lights you can use the overlay for cursor and page control 3 Release Fn to return to normal keyboard operation Temporarily changing modes If the computer is in Numeric mode you can switch temporarily to Arrow mode by pressing Shift If the computer is in Arrow mode you can switch temporarily to Numeric mode by pressing Shift Generating ASCII characters Not all ASCII characters can be generated using normal keyboard operation But you can generate these characters using their ASCII codes With the overlay on 1 Hold down Alt 2 Using the overlay keys type the ASCII code 3 Release Alt and the ASCII character appears on the display screen With the overlay off 1 Hold Alt Fn 2 Using the overlay keys type the ASCII code 3 Release Alt Fn and the ASCII character appears on the display screen User s Manual 5 7 Power and Power up Modes Chapter 6 Power and Power up Modes The computer s power resources include the AC adaptor and internal battery This chapter gives details on making the most effective use of these resources including charging and changing battery tips for saving battery power and power up modes Power conditions The computer s operating capability and battery charge status are affected by the power conditions whether an AC adaptor is connected whether a battery is installed and what the charge level is for the batte
93. password 9 5 power 9 4 SD MS MS Pro Card 9 9 self test 9 3 sound system 9 10 system start up 9 3 TOSHIBA support 9 12 touchpad 9 7 USB 9 10 USB mouse 9 8 Wireless LAN 9 11 Processor 1 2 R Real Time Clock battery See Battery Restarting the computer 3 8 Index 3 Index S U Security lock 8 9 Universal AC adaptor attaching 8 9 additional 1 8 location 2 2 USB Security lock slot 1 5 location 2 2 2 3 Silent Mode 5 4 USB device 1 4 SIM card 8 7 9 9 y SIM card slot 1 4 Soft keys Video modes B 1 emulating keys on Video RAM 1 2 enhanced W keyboard 5 2 Web camera 1 4 Windows special keys 5 5 Wireless communication 5 3 Wireless LAN 1 5 indicator 4 7 using 4 6 Wireless WAN 1 5 5 3 Enter 5 3 right Alt key 5 3 right Ctrl key 5 3 scroll lock 5 3 Sound system 1 4 headphone 1 4 2 1 microphone 2 1 speaker 2 7 Z Speaker down 5 4 Zoom 5 3 Speaker Up 5 4 Standby 1 7 Standby Hibernation 9 10 Starting the computer by password 6 11 Supend mode 3 7 7 TOSHIBA Bluetooth Stack 1 7 TOSHIBA Disc Creator 4 2 TOSHIBA support 9 12 TOSHIBA Theft Registration E 2 TOSHIBA zooming utility enlarge 5 5 TOSHIBA zooming utility reduce 5 5 Touchpad using 4 1 User s Manual Index 4
94. phone conversation and the data message the email the immediate communication and so on Provided with some models Bluetooth Some computers in this series are equipped with Bluetooth functions Bluetooth wireless technology eliminates the need for cables between electronic devices such as computers and printers Bluetooth provides fast reliable and secure wireless communication in a small space Security Security lock slot Connects a security lock to anchor the computer to a desk or other large object Special features The following features are either unique to TOSHIBA computers or are advanced features which make the computer more convenient to use Hot keys Key combinations let you quickly modify the system configuration directly from the keyboard without running a system configuration program User s Manual 1 5 NB 100 Series Display automatic power off HDD automatic power off System automatic standby hibernation Keypad overlay Power on password Instant security Intelligent power supply Battery save mode Panel power on off Low battery automatic hibernation mode Heat dispersal Hibernation This feature automatically cuts off power to the internal display when there is no keyboard input for a time specified Power is restored when any key is pressed This feature automatically cuts off power to the hard disk drive when it is not accessed for a time specified Powe
95. r is restored when the hard disk is accessed This feature automatically shuts down the system in standby mode or hibernation mode when there is no input or hardware access for a time specified A ten key pad is integrated into the keyboard Refer to the Keypad overlay section in Chapter 5 The Keyboard for instructions on using the keypad overlay Two levels of password security supervisor and user are available to prevent unauthorized access to your computer A hot key function blanks the screen and disables the computer providing data security A microprocessor in the computer s intelligent power supply detects the battery s charge and calculates the remaining battery capacity It also protects electronic components from abnormal conditions such as voltage overload from an AC adaptor This feature allows you to save battery power This feature turns power to the computer off when the display panel is closed and turns it back on when the panel is opened When battery power is exhausted to the power that computer operation cannot be continued the system automatically enters Hibernation and shuts down To protect from overheating the CPU has an internal temperature sensor If the computer s internal temperature rises to a certain level the CPU processing speed will lower half This feature lets you turn off the power without exiting from your software The contents of main memory are saved to the hard disk w
96. rd A circuit board An internal card containing electronic components called chips which perform a specific function or increase the capabilities of the system boot Short for bootstrap A program that starts or restarts the computer The program reads instructions from a storage device into the computer s memory bps Bits per second Typically used to describe the data transmission speed of a modem buffer The portion of the computer s memory where data is temporarily stored Buffers often compensate for differences in the rate of flow from one device to another bus An interface for transmission of signals data or electric power User s Manual Glossary 3 Glossary byte The representation of a single character A sequence of eight bits treated as a single unit also the smallest addressable unit within the system C cache memory High speed memory which stores data that increases processor speed and data transfer rate When the CPU reads data from main memory it stores a copy of this data in cache memory The next time the CPU needs that same data it looks for it in the cache memory rather than the main memory which saves time The computer has two cache levels Level one is incorporated into the processor and level two resides in external memory capacity The amount of data that can be stored on a magnetic storage device such as a floppy diskette or hard disk drive It is usually described in terms of kilo
97. ress the right button to display a menu or other function depending on the software you are using You can also tap the touchpad to perform functions similar to those of the left button on a standard mouse Click Tap the touchpad once Double click Tap twice pmi o Drag and drop Tap to select the material you want to move Leave your finger on the touchpad after the second tap and move the material Touchpad Touchpad control buttons Touchpad and touchpad control buttons User s Manual 4 1 NB 100 Series TOSHIBA Disc Creator 7 You can use TOSHIBA Recovery Disc Creator when you connect External ODD Note the following limitations when you use TOSHIBA Disc Creator E DVD Video cannot be created using TOSHIBA Disc Creator DVD Audio cannot be created using TOSHIBA Disc Creator HM You cannot use TOSHIBA Disc Creator s Audio CD for Car or Home CD Player function to record music to DVD R DVD R DL DVD RW DVD R DVD R DL or DVD RW media E Donotuse the Disc Backup function of TOSHIBA Disc Creator in order to copy DVD Video or DVD ROM material that has copyright protection mM DVD RAM discs cannot be backed up using the Disc Backup functionof TOSHIBA Disc Creator E You cannot back up CD ROM CD R or CD RW media to DVD R DVD R DL or DVD RW media using the Disc Backup function of TOSHIBA Disc Creator You cannot back up CD ROM CD R or CD RW media to DVD R DVD R DL or DVD RW media us
98. rest your skin might suffer a low heat injury E ifthe computer has been used for a long time avoid direct contact with the metal plate supporting the various interface ports as this can become hot E The surface of the AC adaptor can become hot when in use but this condition does not indicate a malfunction If you need to transport the AC adaptor you should disconnect it and let it cool before moving it E Do not lay the AC adaptor on a material that is sensitive to heat as the material could become damaged Pressure or impact damage Do not apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to any form of strong impact as this can damage the computer s components or otherwise cause it to malfunction xiii User s Manual NB 100 Series Mobile phones Please be aware that the use of mobile phones can interfere with the audio system The operation of the computer will not be impaired in any way but it is recommended that a minimum distance of 30cm is maintained between the computer and a mobile phone that is in use Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort All important information on the safe and proper use of this computer is described in the enclosed nstruction Manual for Safety and Comfort Be sure to read it before using the computer User s Manual xiv NB 100 Series XV User s Manual Introduction Chapter 1 Introduction This chapter provides an equipment checklist and i
99. rn the computer upside down and remove the battery pack refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power up Modes 4 Remove one screw securing the memory module cover 5 Lift off the cover User s Manual 8 4 Optional Devices Removing the cover 6 Insert the memory module into the connector on the computer Press the module carefully and firmly to ensure a solid connection 7 Push the module down so that it lies flat and is secured by two latches Do not touch the connectors on the memory module or on the computer Debris on the connectors may cause memory access problems Inserting the memory module User s Manual 8 5 Optional Devices Pushing the memory module down 8 Seat the cover and secure it with one screw 9 When you turn the computer on it should automatically recognize the total memory capacity If it is not recognized check the module s con nection Removing memory module To remove the memory module make sure the computer is in boot mode then 1 Turn the computer off and remove all cables connected to the computer JX Ifyou use the computer for a long time the memory modules will become hot In this case let the memory modules cool to room temperature before you replace them E Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned on or turned off in standby and hibernation mode You can damage the computer and the memory module 2 Turn the computer upside
100. ry Table Power conditions Power on AC adaptor Battery fully e Operates connected charged LED Battery off Battery partially Operates ate orno Quick Charge ee LED Battery blinking Green slow No battery e Operates installed No charge e LED Battery off Power off no operation e LED Battery off Quick charge e LED Battery blinking Green slow e No charge e LED Battery off User s Manual 6 1 NB 100 Series AC adaptor not Battery charge is connected above low battery trigger point Battery charge is below low battery trigger point Battery charge is exhausted No battery installed Power indicators The Battery and Power indicators on the system indicator panel alert you to the computer s operating capability and battery charge status Battery indicator Check the Battery indicator to determine the status of the battery pack the following indicator conditions should be noted J Blinking Green Blinking Green Slow Green No light Power on Power off no operation e Operates e LED Battery Green Operates e LED Battery Blinking Green Computer goes into hibernation or shuts down depending on the Toshiba power Management Utility Setting e No operation LED Battery off Indicates battery charge is below low battery trigger point Indicates the AC adaptor is connected and charging the battery Indicates the AC adaptor is not connected and
101. s data and the real time clock and calendar stop working One of the following messages appears when you turn on the power The firmware has detected that a CMOS battery fail occurred lt F1 gt delete The firmware has detected that a CMOS battery fail occurred lt F1 gt delete lt F2 gt to setup The computer s RTC battery is a lithium ion battery and should be replaced only by your dealer or by a TOSHIBA service representative The battery can explode if not properly replaced used handled or disposed of Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations Care and use of the battery pack This section provides the important safety precautions in order to handle your battery pack properly Refer to the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort for detailed precautions and handling instructions Make sure the battery is securely installed in the computer before attempting to charge the battery pack Improper installation could generate smoke or fire or cause the battery pack to rupture E Keep the battery pack out of reach of infants and children It can cause injury 6 4 User s Manual Power and Power up Modes A i E The battery pack Extended Battery Pack and High Capacity Battery Pack are lithium ion batteries which can explode if not replaced used handled or disposed of properly Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations Use only batt
102. s Manual 4 5 NB 100 Series Using the microphone You can use the built in or an external microphone that connects to the microphone jack to record monaural sounds into your applications It can also be used to issue voice commands to applications that support such functions Built in microphone is provided with some models Since your computer has a microphone and speaker feedback may be heard under certain conditions Feedback occurs when sound from the speaker is picked up in the microphone and amplified back to the speaker which amplifies it again to the microphone This feedback occurs repeatedly and causes a very loud high pitched noise It is a common phenomenon that occurs in any sound system when the microphone input is output to the speaker throughput and the speaker volume is too loud or too close to the microphone You can control throughput by adjusting the volume of your speaker or through the Mute function in the Master Volume panel Refer to your Windows documentation for details on using the Master Volume panel Wireless communications The computer s wireless communication function supports both Wireless LAN and Bluetooth devices Wireless LAN The Wireless LAN is compatible with other LAN systems based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing radio technology that complies with IEEE 802 11 wireless LAN standard Revision B and G Supported features It supports
103. s only valid for EU member States Disposal of products The crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol indicates that products must be collected and disposed of separately from household waste Integrated batteries and accumulators can be disposed of with the product They will be separated at the recycling centres The black bar indicates that the product was placed on the market after HS August 13 2005 By participating in separate collection of products and batteries you will help to assure the proper disposal of products and batteries and thus help to prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health For more detailed information about the collection and recycling programmes available in your country please visit our website http eu computers toshiba europe com or contact your local city office or the shop where you purchased the product ii User s Manual NB 100 Series Disposal of batteries and or accumulators Pb Hg Cd The crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol indicates that batteries and or accumulators must be collected and disposed of separately from household waste If the battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of lead Pb mercury Hg and or cadmium Cd defined in the Battery Directive 2006 66 EC then the chemical symbols for lead Pb mercury Hg and or cadmium Cd will appear below the crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol By participating in
104. save any data in memory to the hard disk drive or other storage media Failure to do so may result in the loss of data User s Manual 3 1 NB 100 Series Connecting the AC adaptor Attach the AC adaptor when you need to charge the battery or you want to operate from AC power It is also the fastest way to get started because the battery pack will need to be charged before you can operate from battery power The AC adaptor can be connected to any power source supplying from 100 to 240 volts and 50 or 60 hertz For details on using the AC adaptor to charge the battery pack refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power up Modes W Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was included with your computer or use AC adaptors specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the computer Use of an incompatible AC adaptor could cause fire or damage to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by use of an incompatible adaptor Never plug the AC adaptor into a power source that does not correspond to both the voltage and the frequency specified on the regulatory label of the unit Failure to do so could result in a fire or electric shock possibly resulting in serious injury Always use or purchase power cables that comply with the legal voltage and frequency specifications and requirements in the country of use Failure to do so could result in a fire or electric sh
105. sical electronic and mechanical components of a computer system typically the computer itself external disk drives etc See also software and firmware hertz A unit of wave frequency that equals one cycle per second hexadecimal The base 16 numbering system composed of the digits 0 through 9 and the letters A B C D E and F host computer The computer that controls regulates and transmits information to a device or another computer hot key The computer s feature in which certain keys in combination with the extended function key Fn can be used to set system parameters such as speaker volume icon A small graphic image displayed on the screen or in the indicator panel In Windows an icon represents an object that the user can manipulate i LINK IEEE1394 This port enables high speed data transfer directly from external devices such as digital video cameras input The data or instructions you provide to a computer communication device or other peripheral device from the keyboard or external or internal storage devices The data sent or output by the sending computer is input for the receiving computer instruction Statements or commands that specify how to perform a particular task interface 1 Hardware and or software components of a system used specifically to connect one system or device to another 2 To physically connect one system or device to another to exchange information 3 The point of contact betwe
106. sion set cursor A small blinking rectangle or line that indicates the current position on the display screen D data Information that is factual measurable or statistical that a computer can process store or retrieve data bits A data communications parameter controlling the number of bits binary digits used to make up a byte If data bits 7 the computer can generate 128 unique characters If data bits 8 the computer can generate 256 unique characters DC Direct Current Electric current that flows in one direction This type of power is usually supplied by batteries default The parameter value automatically selected by the system when you or the program do not provide instructions Also called a preset value delete To remove data from a disk or other data storage device Synonymous with erase device driver A program that controls communication between a specific peripheral device and the computer The CONFIG SYS file contains device drivers that MS DOS loads when you turn the computer on dialog box A window that accepts user input to make system settings or record other information Digital Audio An audio compression standard that enables high quality transmission and real time playback of sound files User s Manual Glossary 5 Glossary disk drive The device that randomly accesses information on a disk and copies it to the computer s memory It also writes data from memory to the disk To acco
107. sword option in the BIOS Setup Menu In this case you must turn the power off and back on to retry the procedure Boot Priority Boot Priority Options This option sets the priority for booting the computer To change the boot drive follow the steps below 1 Hold down F12 and boot the computer 2 Use the up down cursor keys to select boot device you want and press ENTER E ifa supervisor password is set the menu above does not appear when you use the user password to start the computer E Ifyou press a key other than one of those above or if the selected device is not installed the system will boot according to the current setting in BIOS Setup Menu USB Legacy USB Support When enter BIOS Setup Menu please choice Advanced item then you can change or modify the Legacy USB support User s Manual 7 2 BIOS Setup and Passwords Use this option to enable or disable USB Legacy Emulation If your operating system does not support USB you can still use a USB mouse and keyboard by setting the USB Legacy Emulation item to enabled Enabled Enables the USB Legacy Emulation Default Disabled Disables the USB Legacy Emulation USB Sleep and Charge When enter BIOS Setup Menu please choice Advanced item then you can change or modify the USB Sleep and Charge Your computer can supply USB bus power DC5V to the USB port even when the power of the computer is turned OFF Power OFF includes Sleep Mode Hibernation
108. t 00 2 220s e eee eee 1 1 FOAlUICS iaieisie nape anana aa ARa Wel ara wee Rare alee aaa EER 1 2 special features 202 ania iiai aa idee edsad tae Bl 1 5 Utilities r rane eater ee ea ee ae T aan aes TE EA 1 7 ODUONS ji 5dr dha dete E AE a E TA denen earner ieee 1 8 The Grand Tour Front with the display closed 0 0 e eee eee eee eee 2 1 Left Side crtani teeter aca aa anaes date Rem a 2 2 RIQGNtSid spes ceau w auda naa ewes eda eed eae Ppa en a 2 3 Back Side cis avsicie era eee ed ae wee ieee ee 2 4 Underside csc cceesseet eve ev ene ee annuuin nauriin 2 4 Front with the display open 0 20e ee eee eee 2 6 System indicators 0 0 cece 2 8 AG adaptor sii ieee cece a a oe a e a ues 2 9 Getting Started Connecting the AC adaptor 00 0 eee eee eee 3 2 Opening the display 00 cee eee eee 3 4 Turning on the power 22 eee eee eee 3 5 Starting up for the first time 0 0 00 eee eee 3 5 Turning off the power 220 eee eee ee 3 5 Restarting the computer 0 00 cc cece ee eee 3 8 System recovery optionS 0 0 0 e eee eee 3 9 Operating Basics Using the touchpad 0 0 0 cee ee eee 4 1 TOSHIBA Disc Creator 0 0 0 cc ccs 4 2 Using the web camera 2002 22 e eee eee eee 4 4 Using the microphone 2200 eects 4 6 Wireless communications 000 c cece eee eee 4 6 LAN aer a E A E EA E at wh anya aecena
109. t comply with bus USB 2 0 ports USB Serial 2 0 standards which enables data transfer speeds 40 times faster than the USB 1 1 os 4 standards The ports with the icon has USB Sleep and Charge function Security lock slot A security cable attaches to this slot The optional MSc security cable anchors your computer to a desk or other large object to deter theft Keep foreign metal objects such as screws staples and paper clips out of the USB connectors Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit which can cause damage and fire possibly resulting in serious injury ie Please note that it is not possible to confirm the operation of all functions a of all USB devices that are available In view of this it may be noted that some functions associated with a specific device might not operate properly 2 2 User s Manual The Grand Tour Right side Figure below shows the computer s right side SIM card slot Bridge media card slot Fan vent USB ports Depending on the model you purchased The right side of the computer Bridge media card This slot lets you easily transfer data from devices slot such as digital camera and PDA that use flash sa lt gt memory SD MS MS Pro memory cards SIM card slot The computer provides a SIM card slot on right side which allows you to install an additional SIM card Provided with some models Fan vent Provides air flow for the fan Universal s
110. t identifies the computer s features options and accessories Some of the features described in this manual may not function properly if you use an operating system that was not preinstalled by TOSHIBA Equipment checklist Carefully unpack your computer Save the box and packaging materials for future use Hardware Check to make sure you have all the following items E NB 100 Series Portable Personal Computer E Universal AC adaptor and power cord E Battery pack is pre installed in some models Software Windows XP Home Service Pack 3 The following software is preinstalled Microsoft Windows XP Home Bluetooth Driver Can be used only for Bluetooth models LAN Driver Pointing Device Driver Wireless LAN driver Can be used only for Wireless LAN models TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER TOSHIBA ConfigFree TOSHIBA Disc Creator TOSHIBA 3G RF Power Control Utility Can be used only for 3G models TOSHIBA User s Manual User s Manual 1 1 NB 100 Series Documentation E TOSHIBA NB 100 Series User s Manual E TOSHIBA NB 100 Series Quickstart E Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort E Warranty information If any of the items are missing or damaged contact your dealer immediately Features This computer incorporates the following features and benefits Processor Built in Your computer is equipped with one processor and processor type varies depending on model To check which type of processor is in
111. tery indicator may show a rapid decrease in battery operating time when you try to charge a battery under the following conditions E The battery has not been used for a long time E The battery has completely discharged and been left in the computer for a long time E A cool battery is installed in a warm computer In such case follow the steps below 1 Fully discharge the battery by leaving it in the computer with the power on until the power automatically shuts off 2 Plug in the AC adaptor 3 Charge the battery until the Battery indicator glows green Repeat the steps two or three times until the battery recovers normal capacity Leaving the AC adaptor connected will shorten battery life At least once a month run the computer on battery power until the battery is fully discharged then recharged the battery 6 6 User s Manual Power and Power up Modes Monitoring battery capacity Remaining battery power can be monitored in Power Options z Wait at least 16 seconds after turning on the computer before trying to J monitor the remaining operating time The computer needs this time to check the battery s remaining capacity and to calculate the remaining operating time based on the current power consumption rate and remaining battery capacity The actual remaining operating time may differ Slightly from the calculated time Maximizing battery operating time A battery s usefulness depends on how long it can s
112. tet nasecansos 4 8 Cleaning the computer 0000 2c e ee eee 4 9 User s Manual NB 100 Series Chapter 5 Chapter 6 Chapter 7 Chapter 8 Chapter 9 Chapter 10 Moving the computer 000 cece eee eee 4 9 Heat dispersal o nisu iai au cing ewan tne a eee ge Ree arate ee ne ere 4 10 The Keyboard Typewriter keys 0 2 22 c eee ee 5 1 Function keys F1 I2 amp eccetcieisse ecsetgaiie 2 x setcavi eid tahini rn ye So iese Ronde lee 5 2 Soft keys Fn key combinations 2000200 ee eeee 5 2 Windows special keys 2 220 cece e eee eee 5 5 K y pad OVOM aya iajio sc ce tice eed a ties eee eve dee h rare tap sear dae gana aves 5 5 Generating ASCII characters 000 02 eee eee eee eee 5 7 Power and Power up Modes Power Conditions 0 00 cece eee nee 6 1 Power indicators os occ s cutee eee wee ee ee eee eee 6 2 Battery types aia irene erate ete eee ae ee ees a 6 3 Real Time Clock battery 200 cee eee eee 6 4 Care and use of the battery pack 000 eee ee eee 6 4 Replacing the battery pack 00 0 eee eee eee 6 8 Starting the computer by password 00 cece eee eee 6 11 Power up MOdES 1 eee eee 6 11 BIOS Setup and Passwords Accessing BIOS Setup Menu 0 0 00 e eee eee eee eee 7 1 Optional Devices Bridge media card slot 00 0 cece eee eee eee 8 1 Memory expansion 0 00 c cece eee 8 4
113. the computer connect the AC adaptor to the DC IN socket and plug the other end into a working outlet The Battery indicator glows blinking green slow when the battery is being charged Use only the computer connected to an AC power source or the optional TOSHIBA battery charger to charge the battery pack Never attempt to charge the battery pack with any other charger User s Manual 6 5 NB 100 Series o J _IQ Time The following table shows the approximate time required to fully charge a discharged battery Charging time hours Battery type Power on Power off Battery pack 4 cell 4 hours or more 4 hours RTC battery 24 hours 24 hours The charging time when the computer is on is affected by ambient temperature the temperature of the computer and how you use the computer If you make heavy use of external devices for example the battery might scarcely charge at all during operation Refer also to the section Maximizing battery operating time Battery charging notice The battery may not charge right away under the following conditions E The battery is extremely hot or cold If the battery is extremely hot it might not charge at all Also to ensure the battery charges to its full capacity charge the battery at room temperature of 10 to 30 C 50 to 86 F E The battery is nearly completely discharged Leave the AC adaptor connected for a few minutes and the battery should begin charging The Bat
114. the steps below 1 Ensure that there is uninterrupted power supply through out the recovery process by connecting to the AC power supply and checking whether the battery is fully charged Connect an external optical drive to any one of the USB slot Insert the Product Recovery disc Turn on the computer and immediately press the F12 key The menu for selecting the boot up media sequence appears Select CDROM using the arrow keys and press Enter Wait for the system to boot up from the Product Recovery disc and the recovery screen appears Noah O N Some external optical drive may not be compatible with the Product Recovery media So verify the external optical drive supports the Product Recovery media 8 Follow the on screen directions 9 Disconnect the CD drive and keep the Product Recovery disc for future use User s Manual 3 9 NB 100 Series 3 10 User s Manual Operating Basics Chapter 4 Operating Basics This chapter gives information on basic operations including using the touchpad Audio Video controls the web camera the microphone Wireless communication and LAN Using the touchpad To use the touchpad simply touch and move your finger tip across it in the direction you want the on screen pointer to go Two buttons below the touchpad are used like the buttons on a mouse pointer Press the left button to select a menu item or to manipulate text or graphics designated by the pointer P
115. ton to turn the computer s power on and off The power button LED indicates the status Record Send still or video images with this integrated web camera Provided with some models The web camera LED glows blue when the web camera software is used Provided with some models Some computers in this series are equipped with a Bluetooth antenna Provided with some models The computers in this series are equipped with the Wireless LAN antenna Please handle your computer carefully to avoid scratching or damaging the surface User s Manual 2 7 NB 100 Series System indicators Figure below shows the system indicators which light when various computer operations are in progress Numeric Lock Main batteryower Wirel ss Lan Buluetooth Depending on the model you purchased Main battery q Power HDD Si Wireless communication Pp Wireless WAN Yil Numeric Lock CAPS Lock System indicators The Main battery indicator shows the condition of the charge Green means fully charged and Slow blinking Green means being charged Refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power up Modes The Power indicator glows green when the computer is on If you turn off the computer in standby mode this indicator blinks Green If the computer shuts down this indicator shows no light The HDD indicator glows green when the computer is accessing a Hard Disk Drive The Wireless Bluetooth indicat
116. tries to load the operating system Depending on how the Boot Priority is set in the Hardware Setup the computer tries to load first from drive A then from drive C or first from drive C then from drive A If any of the following conditions are present the self test failed E The computer stops and does not proceed to display information or messages E Random characters appear on the screen and the system does not function normally E The screen displays an error message Turn off the computer and check all cable connections If the test fails again contact your dealer User s Manual 9 3 NB 100 Series Power When the computer is not plugged into an AC adaptor the battery pack is the primary power source However your computer has a number of other power resources including intelligent power supply and Real Time Clock battery These resources are interrelated and any one could affect apparent power problems This section provides check lists for AC adaptor and the main battery If you cannot resolve a problem after following them the cause could lie with another power resource In such case contact your dealer Overheating power down If the computer s internal temperature becomes too high the computer will automatically shut down AC power If you have trouble turning on the computer with the AC adaptor connected Please refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power up Modes for more information Problem Pr
117. upply power on a single charge How long the charge lasts in a battery depends on E How you configure the computer for example whether you enable battery power saving options The computer provides a battery save mode which can be set in Power Options to conserve battery power This mode has the following options mM CPU Precessing speed Screen brightness Cooling Method System Standby System hibernation Monitor Power off E HDD Power off E How often and how long you use the hard disk optical disc drive and the diskette drive How much charge the battery contained to begin with Enabling hibernation and Standby mode conserves battery power if you are frequently turning the computer off and on Where you store your programs and data Closing the display when you are not using the keyboard saves power Operating time decreases at low temperatures The condition of the battery terminals Make sure the battery terminals stay clean by wiping them with a clean dry cloth before installing the battery pack Retaining data with power off When you turn off your computer with fully charged battery the battery retain data for the following approximate time periods User s Manual 6 7 NB 100 Series Retention Time Battery type State and Retention Time Battery pack 4 cell about 3 hours standby mode about 14 days shutdown mode RTC battery about 3 months Extending battery life To maximize the life of y
118. uter BIOS Setup Menu When enter BIOS Setup Menu please choice Security item then you can change or modify the User Password or Supervisor Password Main Advanced Display Boot Exit Item Specific Help User Password Is Clear Supervisor Password Is Clear Supervisor Password controls access to the Set Supervisor Password Enter setup utility HDD User Password Status Not Register Built in HDD Password Select User Only Set HDD Master Password Enter Set HDD User Password Enter F7 F8 Esc Enter j H a 1 Je kel wo fl f o BIOS Setup Menu User s Manual 7 1 BIOS Setup and Passwords Password User Password Supervisor Password This option allows you to set or reset the user password for power on To enter a user password 1 Enter a password of up to 10 characters The character string you enter is displayed as a string of asterisks For example if you enter a password consisting of four characters the display is shown as Enter Password 2 Click the ENTER button The following message appears allowing you to verify the password Verify Password 3 If character strings match the password is registered click OK button If they do not match the following message appears You must repeat from step 1 Passwords are not the same Press ENTER to continue If you enter the password incorrectly three times in a row the computer need to shut off You will not be able to access the pas
119. uter Chapter 4 Operating Basics includes tips on care of the computer and on using the touchpad the web camera the microphone wireless communication and LAN Chapter 5 The Keyboard describes special keyboard functions including the keypad overlay and hot keys User s Manual viii NB 100 Series Chapter 6 Power and Power up Modes gives details on the computer s power resources and battery save modes Chapter 7 BIOS Setup and Passwords explains how to configure the computer using the BIOS Setup program It also tells how to seta password Chapter 8 Optional Devices describes the optional hardware available Chapter 9 Troubleshooting provides helpful information on how to perform some diagnostic tests and suggests courses of action if the computer doesn t seem to be working properly Chapter 10 Disclaimers provides Legal Footnotes information related to your computer The Appendixes provide technical information about your computer The Glossary defines general computer terminology and includes a list of acronyms used in the text The ndex quickly directs you to the information contained in this manual Conventions This manual uses the following formats to describe identify and highlight terms and operating procedures Abbreviations On first appearance and whenever necessary for clarity abbreviations are enclosed in parenthesis following their definition For example Read Only Memory
120. uter or device compatibility 1 The ability of one computer to accept and process data in the same manner as another computer without modifying the data or the media upon which it is being transferred 2 the ability of one device to connect to or communicate with another system or component User s Manual Glossary 4 Glossary components Elements or parts of a system which make up the whole system Composite Video YUV A standard video signal used to transmit images e g from a VCR toa TV computer program A set of instructions written for a computer that enable it to achieve a desired result computer system A combination of hardware software firmware and peripheral components assembled to process data into useful information control keys A key or sequence of keys you enter from the keyboard to initiate a particular function within a program controller Built in hardware and software that controls the functions of a specific internal or peripheral device e g keyboard controller co processor A circuit built into the processor that is dedicated to intensive math calculations CPS Characters Per Second Typically used to indicate the transmission speed of a printer CPU Central Processing Unit The portion of the computer that interprets and executes instructions CRT Cathode Ray Tube A vacuum tube in which beams projected on a fluorescent screen producing luminous spots An example is the televi
121. ve the following guidelines E Stop immediately when you recognize a problem exists Further action may result in data loss or damage You may destroy valuable problem related information that can help solve the problem E Observe what is happening Write down what the system is doing and what actions you performed immediately before the problem occurred If you have a printer attached print a copy of the screen using the PRTSC Print Screen key The questions and procedures offered in this chapter are meant as a guide they are not definitive problem solving techniques Many problems can be solved simply but a few may require help from your dealer If you find you need to consult your dealer or others be prepared to describe the problem in as much detail as possible Preliminary checklist Consider the simplest solution first The items in this checklist are easy to fix and yet can cause what appears to be a serious problem Make sure you turn on all peripheral devices before you turn on the computer This includes your printer and any other external device you are using E Before you attach an external device turn the computer off When you turn the computer back on it recognizes the new device E Make sure all options are set properly in the setup program E Check all cables Are they correctly and firmly attached Loose cables can cause signal errors User s Manual 9 1 NB 100 Series Inspect all connecting c
122. vice Pressing Fn F6 turns sound on or off When you press these hot keys the current setting will be displayed as an icon Pressing Fn F8can activact the intelligent control of the CPU clock and voltage adjusting fan noise effectively and extending battery power Pressing Fn F9 decreases the computer s display panel brightness in individual steps Pressing Fn F10 increases the computer s display panel brightness in individual steps Pressing Fn 1 decreases the speaker volume in individual steps Pressing Fn 2 increases the speaker volume in individual steps User s Manual 5 4 The Keyboard TOSHIBA zooming Pressing Fn S reduces the icon size on the utility reduce desktop or the font sizes within one of the supported application windows aJe E7 Fn TOSHIBA zooming Pressing Fn A enlarges the icon size on the utility enlarge desktop or the font sizes within one of the supported application windows AS a Windows special keys The keyboard provides two keys that have special functions in Windows one activates the Start menu and the other has the same function as the secondary mouse button a This key activates the Windows Start menu ag This key has the same function as the secondary mouse button Keypad overlay Your computer s keyboard does not have a separate numeric keypad but includes a numeric keypad overlay which functions like one this
123. y high performance disc suitable for play back of video and other high density files The DVD ROM drive uses a laser to read data from the disc DVD RW RW RW A Digital Versatile Disc ReWritable disc can be rewritten many times DVD R DL A disc having two layers on one side with the DVD R storage capacity about 1 8 times larger than before The DVD RW drive uses a laser to read data from the disc E echo To send back a reflection of the transmitted data to the sending device You can display the information on the screen or output it to the printer or both When a computer receives back data it transmitted to a CRT or other peripheral device and then retransmits the data to printer the printer is said to echo the CRT erase See delete User s Manual Glossary 6 Glossary escape 1 A code ASCII code 27 signaling the computer that what follows are commands used with peripheral devices such as printers and modems 2 Ameans of aborting the task currently in progress escape guard time A time before and after an escape code is sent to the modem which distinguishes between escapes that are part of the transmitted data and escapes that are intended as a command to the modem execute To interpret and execute an instruction Extended Capability Port An industry standard that provides a data buffer switchable forward and reverse data transmission and run length encoding RLE support F fast infrared

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